Physician Assistant - Walk-In Clinic Pueblo (56118)

Health Solutions•Pueblo, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Health Solutions is hiring a full-time Physician Assistant for its Pueblo location. The Physician Assistant provides primary care to adult and pediatric patients, including diagnosis, treatment, care coordination, preventive care, and health maintenance. The role is part of the Health Solutions Medical Services Team and works collaboratively in support of the team’s philosophy, goals, and objectives, while complying with Center policies and applicable state and federal regulations. Under the supervision of the Manager and Senior Vice President of Medical Services, the Physician Assistant delivers integrated, patient-centered care and supports APM performance metrics. The position includes comprehensive clinical care, coordination across providers and settings, accurate documentation, quality improvement, and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the State of Colorado.
Prescriptive Authority recognized by the Colorado Medical Board.
Active DEA registration or ability to obtain one.
Current Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification.
Must be insurable under company-provided malpractice coverage.
Computer proficiency.
Demonstrated patient-centered service, including kindness, compassion, professionalism, appropriate boundaries, and flexibility.
Demonstrated communication and educational skills to educate patients and advance healthcare team members’ knowledge.
Must already be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience as a Physician Assistant.
DOT certification preferred (FMCSA/NRCME).
Track record of working successfully as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Experience in managed care environments.
Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive primary care across the lifespan, including health assessments, physical exams, diagnostic evaluations, and management of acute and chronic conditions using evidence-based guidelines.
Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests, including blood work, imaging, EKGs, and urinalysis.
Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans, including prescribing medications, therapies, and preventive interventions as appropriate.
Provide wellness visits, vaccinations, screenings, and routine check-ups.
Engage patients in shared decision-making and self-management support, and educate them about disease prevention, healthy habits, and self-care.
Prepare and administer prescribed medications, injections, and vaccinations.
Evaluate behavioral health assessments and refer patients to behavioral health professionals as needed.
Perform office-based procedures within scope of practice and participate in acute care situations, such as urgent triage.
Participate in daily huddles, case conferences, and care planning meetings.
Coordinate referrals and care transitions across providers and healthcare settings.
Maintain timely, accurate electronic health records and documentation supporting medical necessity, quality metrics, and compliant billing; collaborate with billing and quality teams as needed.
Deliver whole-person orientation, coordinated care, enhanced access, and continuous quality improvement.
Participate in quality initiatives and use data to improve performance on APM measures, including patient engagement, preventive screenings, and chronic disease outcomes.
Meet productivity, patient access, and panel management benchmarks aligned with organizational and payer requirements.
Follow confidentiality standards, medical ethics, and Colorado statutes concerning collaborative practice and prescriptive authority.
Stay current with medical research and guidelines through continuing education and use of evidence-based practices.
Advance the education of healthcare team members to promote high-quality care.

Benefits

Signing bonus: $5,000 after successful completion of new-hire orientation, $2,500 after successful completion of the first year of service, and $2,500 after successful completion of the second year of service.
Competitive annual pay of $125,000 to $137,000, dependent on experience, certification, and shift.
Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition reimbursement.
Retirement plan with employer match up to 6%.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with low deductibles.
Wellness program and wellness benefits.
Employer-funded LifeLock, Ask Charlie, life and AD&D, and long-term disability.
Flexible spending account (FSA).
Voluntary life and other voluntary benefits through Sun Life.
Pet insurance.
Childcare.
Flexible work schedule.
Employee recognition and celebrations.
Warm and friendly work environment where staff respect and learn from one another.