Physician Assistant, Watsonville Family Medicine
About The Position
The Physician Assistant delivers primary health care to patients by assessing physical and psychosocial conditions, including acute or chronic illnesses and injuries, and providing medical consultation and treatment under physician supervision. Practice follows California Physician Assistant regulations and the delegation of service agreement between the Physician Assistant and supervising physician. This is a regular, full-time, exempt position with a day shift and a 32-hour workweek. The listed workdays are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, with no weekend requirements. The position is associated with Watsonville Family Medicine.
Requirements
- Master’s degree or equivalent education/experience.
- Physician Assistant certification/licensure (PA).
- Controlled Substance Registered Certification (DEA) with CAPA CS certificate.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
- National Board Certification.
- Medical knowledge and skills applicable to practice within the scope of practice.
- Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
- Critical-thinking, communication, interpersonal, analytical, and active-listening skills.
- Ability to collaborate across the organization and with patients and their families.
- Math aptitude, including the ability to calculate drug doses.
- Computer skills, including accurate entry of information into practice management and electronic health record systems.
- Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions.
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods and concentrate while handling varying procedures and interruptions.
Nice To Haves
- 24 months of related clinical experience.
- Working knowledge of electronic health records such as EPIC.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients’ physical and psychosocial conditions, including acute or chronic illnesses and injuries.
- Provide primary health care, medical consultation, and treatment under physician supervision.
- Practice in accordance with California Physician Assistant regulations and the delegation of service agreement.
- Analyze and interpret test procedures and results to determine appropriate corrective actions.
- Enter accurate information into practice management and electronic health record systems.
- Lift and position patients using best practices.
- Effectively lead, mentor, and/or develop others.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions.
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Job Type
Full-time
