Physician Assistant (DOM Occupational Health)

Johns Hopkins University•Macungie, PA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Physician Assistant who will provide clinical and administrative services at the Mack Truck/Volvo on-site clinic in Macungie, PA. The position reports directly to the Regional Coordinator for the Mack Truck/JHU partnership. The position also works closely with the Medical Director and Division Administrator of the Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
Certification by the NCCPA or similar national certifying body
Completion of a CAAHEP certified Physician Assistant program.
Must be licensed as PA in state where practicing.
Current CPR certification.
Must maintain current licensure and certification during duration of employment.
Analytical ability necessary to evaluate and determine the health status of a patient and implement proper care including referral to outside specialties.
Interpersonal skills necessary to interview, teach, counsel patients and interact with clients/employees, coworkers, and outside vendors
Understanding of outpatient adult medicine, patient care procedures, medical protocols, and testing procedures is necessary.

Nice To Haves

DOT Medical Examiner.
Certified Urine Drug Screen Collector.
Certified Breath Alcohol Technician.

Responsibilities

Provide on-site services forty (40) hours per week at the Mack Truck/Volvo facility in Macungie, PA.
Triage and treat, as appropriate, work-related and non-work-related injuries and illnesses.
Dispense over-the-counter and prescription medications in accordance with pre-established standing orders to employees with work-related and non-work-related illnesses/injuries
Provide on-site specimen/lab collection for employees presenting lab orders from their PCP.
Perform urine drug screening and breath alcohol testing in accordance with Mack Truck/Volvo protocol.
Provide support and case management for both work-related and non-work-related conditions for the purposes of reducing illness and absenteeism.
Coordinate second opinions for employees absent due to workers’ compensation or disability, as necessary in adherence with Mack Truck/Volvo protocols.
Assist, coordinate and plan monthly health education seminars and general wellness events.
Provide onsite patient education regarding injuries/illnesses, medication, treatments, stretching etc.
Work collaboratively with patients and their PCP/Specialist to facilitate early diagnosis and management of acute and chronic health problems.
Maintain and revise, as needed, standardized procedures, protocols and standing orders.
Maintain adequate clinical supplies.
Maintain Pennsylvania CLIA, required for lab testing provided on-site.
Maintain patient electronic medical records.
Coordinate and plan health and wellness events and initiatives.
Manage workers’ compensation claims.
Expand clinic services and reach.
Provide crisis management/intervention, as needed.
Provide general medical advice to the Mack Truck/Volvo Human Resources and Safety/Risk Management departments in Macungie, PA.
Ensure the provision of prompt, appropriate clinical care to all patients in accordance with Johns Hopkins University protocols, State regulations, and professional standards.
Develop relationships with clinical providers in the area to provide backup clinical care
Ensure all patients receive prompt, courteous, friendly and professional attention to their needs and requests.
Ensure onsite clinic facilities are neat, clean, and attractive.
Conduct yourself in an exemplary fashion to achieve goals.
Ensure timely and appropriate problem resolution and follow-up with Mack Truck/Volvo employees as required.