Physician Assistant

Universal Community Health Center•Los Angeles, CA

27d•$130,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Job Summary Provides routine medical care to an out-patient population. Works under the supervision of a doctor. Obtains health information from patients. Performs physical examinations and assesses any medical problems. Practices safe and healthy control methods while working with patients. Educates patients and families concerning medical treatments, medications, etc. Administers or orders for diagnostic tests such as x-ray, electrocardiograms and lab tests. Interprets test results to diagnose any related health issues. Counsels patients about compliance with medication. Assists in preoperative or postoperative care. Coordinates activities of patient care. Documents patients progress with medication or treatment. Performs other tasks as directed.

Requirements

Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Experience: 1 Year in training program
Minimum Field of Expertise: State Board approved programs
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems time efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Uses reason.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues developmental opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Manages project team activities.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback; Able to build morale and group commitments to objectives.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds informatively to questions.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and concisely; Edits work; Varies writing style to meet specific needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Leadership - Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Gives recognition to others as appropriate.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.
Teaching/Training, clearly explains concepts; Varies presentation style to satisfy different learning needs.

Responsibilities

Provides routine medical care to an out-patient population.
Works under the supervision of a doctor.
Obtains health information from patients.
Performs physical examinations and assesses any medical problems.
Practices safe and healthy control methods while working with patients.
Educates patients and families concerning medical treatments, medications, etc.
Administers or orders for diagnostic tests such as x-ray, electrocardiograms and lab tests.
Interprets test results to diagnose any related health issues.
Counsels patients about compliance with medication.
Assists in preoperative or postoperative care.
Coordinates activities of patient care.
Documents patients progress with medication or treatment.
Performs other tasks as directed.