Physician Assistant FLOAT

Concentra•Sacramento, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physician Assistant float provides primary medical direction and coordinates professional medical care within Concentra’s occupational health program, following established medical protocols and working in cooperation with physicians assigned to a clinic or Center. The role covers clinics in Sacramento, Rocklin, and Rancho Cordova. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with no nights, weekends, or call. The position may be eligible for an float stipend of up to $8,000, as well as monthly and quarterly bonus incentives. The Physician Assistant assesses and treats patients, orders and interprets diagnostic tests, performs therapeutic procedures, and develops and documents patient management plans. The role also supports occupational-health policies and education, maintains quality and complete documentation, and works to provide compassionate, high-quality patient care and customer service.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related health field from an accredited college or university.
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies and graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Passing score on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE).
Current physician assistant license in the state of employment, maintained throughout employment and consistent with state practice laws.
Customarily at least one year of demonstrated experience in occupational medicine, urgent care, or an emergency setting.
Competency in Concentra’s core areas of Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative, and Flexibility.
Ability to make decisions and solve problems using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
Strong customer-service skills and the ability to interact 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 delivery of 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.

Responsibilities

Perform medical assessments of patients at multiple clinics.
Examine patients and compile medical data, including health history and physical examination results.
Administer or order diagnostic tests, including X-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory tests.
Interpret diagnostic test results and identify deviations from normal.
Perform therapeutic procedures, including injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
Instruct and counsel patients on compliance with prescribed treatment and health maintenance.
Develop and implement patient management plans, record progress notes, and support continuity of care.
Assist with developing, implementing, and revising policies affecting medical practice judgment and occupational-health care quality.
Assist in developing and presenting education and instructional programs.
Provide excellent customer service to patients, clients, and peers while incorporating Orange Book values.
Work to exceed customer and patient expectations as measured by NPER, NPS, and TATs.
Ensure accuracy when completing tasks and performing quality assurance checks.
Complete accurate, concise, timely, and thorough documentation and paperwork.
Provide a compassionate and warm patient experience regardless of patient volume.
Manage time, prioritize, and multitask in a busy environment.
Adapt to changing business needs, including scheduling and working additional or different hours or shifts when appropriate.
Deliver consistent, quality care in a busy clinical environment and assist in other areas as needed to support the patient experience.
Seek additional clinical training and self-development.
Communicate effectively with patients, clients, supervisors, and peers, and listen to and address internal and external client needs.
Contribute to center operations, take accountability, and assist others in achieving results.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with annual merit increase opportunity.
Monthly RVU bonus incentive.
Quarterly Quality Care bonus incentive.
Up to $8,000 float stipend.
18 days of paid time off annually, with rollover.
5 days of paid CME time annually.
6 paid holidays.
Medical malpractice coverage.
Reimbursement, upon approval, for applicable license, certification, and membership renewals.
401(k) with employer match.
Tuition reimbursement opportunity.
Medical, vision, prescription, and dental plans.
Life and disability insurance.
Colleague referral bonus program.
Opportunity to teach residents and students.
Occupational Medicine training.
Supplemental health benefits, including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Pre-tax health-care and dependent-care flexible spending accounts.
Concentra-accredited CME courses.
Occupational Health University.
Leadership development programs.
Relocation assistance when applicable.
Commuter benefits.
Identity theft services.
Colleague discount program.
Opportunities for advancement locally and nationally.