Physician Assistant

NEIGHBORHOOD OUTREACH ACCESS TO HEALTH•Scottsdale, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physician Assistant provides and manages direct medical evaluation, diagnosis, procedures, and patient care in accordance with evidence-based treatment guidelines within a recognized area of practice. The role is with Neighborhood Outreach Access to Health (NOAH), a Federally Qualified Health Center offering comprehensive, integrated, and affordable healthcare services to people in need.

Requirements

Graduate of an AMA-accredited Physician Assistant program.
National certification and Arizona state licensure as a Physician Assistant.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certification.
Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for delivering medical care.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.
Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient-care services in the area of medical expertise.
Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient-care aids, including the ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.
Knowledge of current principles, methods, and procedures for medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment in the area of expertise.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Knowledge of relevant accreditation and certification requirements.
Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
Hold a current Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card or pass fingerprint clearance within seven days following hire.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak English and Spanish.
X-waiver.
At least one year of experience as a Physician Assistant.

Responsibilities

Provide and manage direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and evidence-based treatment.
Prescribe appropriate pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens based on assessed medical conditions.
Review and update medical records in compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
Refer patients to specialists and relevant patient care services as appropriate.
Communicate with patients and families to keep them informed and engaged in healthcare decisions and planning.
Provide counseling, education, and resource information on wellness, illness prevention, and health maintenance.
Direct and coordinate nursing and support staff patient-care activities as required.
Follow departmental policies, procedures, objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and infection-control standards.
Follow and enforce PPE standards for clinical staff.
Attend, participate in, or assist with meetings, trainings, community outreach, continuing education, and other required activities.
Perform other related duties as assigned.