Physician Assistant, Temporary

The Claremont Colleges Services•Claremont, CA

6d•$65 - $85•Onsite

About The Position

ABOUT THE POSITION : The Claremont Colleges Student Health Services is seeking a skilled and compassionate Physician Assistant to provide high-quality outpatient primary and urgent care to a diverse student population in a temporary, part-time role anticipated to continue through May 15, 2026. This position offers the opportunity to practice broad-scope medicine while working collaboratively with physicians, counseling services, and campus partners. Ideal candidates are clinically confident, student-centered, and enjoy supporting the health and well-being of adolescent and young adult patients in a dynamic college health setting. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Clinical Responsibilities (Direct Patient Care): 90% Perform complete physical examinations (pre-matriculation, study abroad, employment, and sports participation) including taking medical history using the clinical techniques of observation, percussion, palpation, and auscultation Follow protocols, diagnoses common illnesses and injuries using the above noted techniques with the ability to distinguish between normal, normal variance, and abnormal findings based upon evaluation of the patient’s medical history and physical examination Select and request laboratory tests, x-rays, and diagnostic tests, interpreting test results together with a patient’s history and physical to assess a patient’s needs and problems Is responsible for primary care of acute and sub-acute, chronic and episodic conditions, illnesses, and injuries; assumes ongoing responsibility for a patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery under the supervision of a physician or specific protocol Establish and document the health care plan maintaining clear and accurate documentation of the problem, plan, outcome, and evaluation process Perform women’s health examinations including screening for abnormalities, contraceptive methods, pregnancy testing, and STI evaluation with referral to community specialists if needed Perform suturing and special procedures after demonstrating appropriate training Collaborate and consult with physicians for more complicated health problems Prescribe medication and contraceptive methods in accordance with prescriptive authority according to the State of California Physician Assistant NCCPA Provide immunization programs for the prevention and control of communicable diseases Collaborate with other health disciplines in providing care and treatment (i.e. physical therapy, athletic trainers, inhalation therapy, occupational therapy) Work in conjunction with Monsour Counseling and Psychological Services in management of students with mental health issues Work in conjunction with Health Education Outreach by providing information on health-related issues Administrative Responsibilities: 10% Provide consultative services on health-related issues to other campus programs Review and update patient educational materials Participate in campus outreach programs as requested Participate in Quality Assurance/Improvement programs for Student Health Services Serve as liaison with student residential life departments, other community health care providers, and outside agencies Participate in professional development opportunities and in-service training Attend weekly staff meetings. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Successful completion of a Physician Assistant program.
Recent successful experience as a health care provider with adolescent and young adult/college aged patients preferably in an educational setting.
Demonstrated successful experience in health education and health promotion activities
Effective interviewing skills to elicit information related to needs identified by both patient and physical findings
Ability to identify normal/abnormal findings by physical examination, interrelating physical and psychosocial aspects
Ability to order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies and procedures relevant to identified problems
Ability to review patient’s medical record for documentation of pertinent information and immunization record
Ability to clearly and accurately record and document patient’s problems and treatment plans
Ability to assess and determine when consultation and/or referral are appropriate
Ability to utilize electronic health records
Clearly identifies and holds self out as a Physician Assistant
Strong oral and written communication skills in English
Awareness of and sensitivity to racial, cultural, religious, gender and sexual orientation diversity.
Thorough knowledge of Physician Assistant principles, methods, and procedures
Thorough knowledge of medical terminology in English and equipment
Thorough knowledge of uses and effects of medicines and narcotics
Ability to observe and record or respond with therapy to medical reactions, symptoms, and behaviors
Ability to keep records and prepare reports
Ability to gain the interest, respect, and cooperation of patients
Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and others
Ability to analyze urgent and emergent situations accurately and to take prompt action
Ability to utilize electronic health records.
Ability to maintain a neat and professional image at all times.
Provide evidence of the following vaccination(s): ☒ Tdap, Influenza, HBV, MMR, and VZV at the time of hire ☒ TB screening within 30 calendar days of hire, plus once per year thereafter

Nice To Haves

Experience with adolescent and young adult/college aged patients.
Experience working with electronic health records.
Experience in Emergency or Urgent Care settings
National certification.

Responsibilities

Perform complete physical examinations (pre-matriculation, study abroad, employment, and sports participation) including taking medical history using the clinical techniques of observation, percussion, palpation, and auscultation
Follow protocols, diagnoses common illnesses and injuries using the above noted techniques with the ability to distinguish between normal, normal variance, and abnormal findings based upon evaluation of the patient’s medical history and physical examination
Select and request laboratory tests, x-rays, and diagnostic tests, interpreting test results together with a patient’s history and physical to assess a patient’s needs and problems
Is responsible for primary care of acute and sub-acute, chronic and episodic conditions, illnesses, and injuries; assumes ongoing responsibility for a patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery under the supervision of a physician or specific protocol
Establish and document the health care plan maintaining clear and accurate documentation of the problem, plan, outcome, and evaluation process
Perform women’s health examinations including screening for abnormalities, contraceptive methods, pregnancy testing, and STI evaluation with referral to community specialists if needed
Perform suturing and special procedures after demonstrating appropriate training
Collaborate and consult with physicians for more complicated health problems
Prescribe medication and contraceptive methods in accordance with prescriptive authority according to the State of California Physician Assistant NCCPA
Provide immunization programs for the prevention and control of communicable diseases
Collaborate with other health disciplines in providing care and treatment (i.e. physical therapy, athletic trainers, inhalation therapy, occupational therapy)
Work in conjunction with Monsour Counseling and Psychological Services in management of students with mental health issues
Work in conjunction with Health Education Outreach by providing information on health-related issues
Provide consultative services on health-related issues to other campus programs
Review and update patient educational materials
Participate in campus outreach programs as requested
Participate in Quality Assurance/Improvement programs for Student Health Services
Serve as liaison with student residential life departments, other community health care providers, and outside agencies
Participate in professional development opportunities and in-service training
Attend weekly staff meetings.
Perform other related duties as assigned.