Physician Assistant PRN

Concentra • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

As a Physician Assistant at Concentra, you will be a member of the patient care team, providing primary medical direction and coordinating professional medical care within the occupational health program. You will work subject to medical protocols established by the Association and Concentra’s Chief Medical Officer, in cooperation with other physicians assigned to a clinic or Center, if applicable. The role focuses on delivering quality occupational health care and a compassionate patient experience while supporting clinic operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related health field from an accredited college or university.
• Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Passed the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE).
• Current physician assistant license in the state of employment, maintained throughout employment and in accordance with state practice laws.
• Customarily at least one year of demonstrated experience in occupational medicine, urgent care, or an emergency setting.
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
• Outstanding customer-service skills and ability to interact with people tactfully and professionally.
• Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of state-specific occupational medicine requirements.
• Working knowledge of clinical operations.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing rehabilitation services.
• Knowledge of workers’ compensation, clinical procedures, and processes involved in delivering quality care.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to participate in Continuing Medical Education.
• Concentra Core Competencies: Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative, and Flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients and compile medical data, including health histories and examination results.
• Administer or order diagnostic tests, including X-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory tests, and interpret results for deviations from normal.
• Perform therapeutic procedures, including injections, immunizations, suturing, and wound care, and manage infections.
• Instruct and counsel patients about compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.
• Develop and implement patient management plans, record progress notes, and assist with continuity of care.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and revising policies affecting medical-practice judgment and the quality of occupational health care.
• Assist in developing and presenting educational and instructional programs.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients, clients, and peers while incorporating Concentra’s Orange Book values.
• Ensure accuracy in completing and executing tasks and performing quality-assurance checks.
• Complete documentation and paperwork accurately, concisely, and promptly.
• Provide a compassionate, warm patient experience regardless of patient volume.
• Manage time, prioritize, and multitask in a busy environment; adapt to changing business needs, including working additional or different hours or shifts when appropriate.
• Take action to assist in other areas as needed to ensure an excellent patient experience.
• Seek additional clinical training and self-development to consistently provide quality care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, clients, supervisors, and peers; listen to and address internal and external client needs.
• Contribute to center operations, hold self and others accountable, and assist others in achieving results.

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