Physicians Assistant
City of Long Beach•Long Beach, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Risk and Occupational Health Services Bureau within the Department of Human Resources is seeking candidates for a full-time Physician Assistant vacancy. This unclassified at-will position reports to the City's Occupational Health Human Resources Officer at the Occupational Health Services clinic located at Airport Plaza in the City of Long Beach.
Requirements
- A valid State of California license as a Physician Assistant from the California Medical Board of Quality Assurance, Physician Assistant Examining Committee
- Possession of a valid Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers card
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Physician Assistant studies or a closely related field
- Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in primary care services or public health and/or human services programs
- One (1) year in a supervisory capacity
- Experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.
Nice To Haves
- Department of Transportation (DoT) Medical Examiner certification
- DEA Registration
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA) certification
- A Masters of Science Degree in Physician Assistant studies or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and provide medical treatment of work-related illnesses and injuries
- Perform post-offer/pre-employment physicals for applicants
- Chart patient transactions in accordance with policies and procedures
- Obtain detailed medical histories; perform physical examinations
- Provide written prescription transmittal orders and have advanced knowledge of pharmaceutical indications, contraindications associated with dosing side effects and/or proper administration, interactions, safety and effectiveness
- Provide annual monitoring based on State and Federal requirements
- Author policies and protocols as needed
- Perform other related clinical services and duties as required
Benefits
- Recruitment Incentive of $6,000
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
