Physician Assistant - Walk-In Clinic Pueblo

HEALTH SOLUTIONS•Pueblo, CO

1d•$125,000 - $137,000•Onsite

About The Position

Health Solutions is hiring a full-time Physician Assistant for its Walk-In Clinic in Pueblo, Colorado. The Physician Assistant provides the full scope of primary care for adult and pediatric populations, including diagnosis, treatment, care coordination, preventive care, and health maintenance. The role is part of the Health Solutions Medical Services Team and works collaboratively to advance the team’s philosophy, goals, and objectives while complying with organizational policies and applicable state and federal regulations. The position delivers integrated, patient-centered care and supports APM performance metrics. The Physician Assistant works under the supervision of the Manager and Senior Vice President of Medical Services. Compensation is $125,000–$137,000 per year, depending on experience, certification, and shift. The position is eligible for a $10,000 signing bonus paid in installments: $5,000 after successful completion of new-hire orientation, $2,500 after the first year of service, and $2,500 after the second year of service. Travel may be up to 25%.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in Colorado.
Prescriptive Authority recognized by the Colorado Medical Board.
Active DEA registration or ability to obtain it.
Current Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification.
Must be insurable under company-provided malpractice coverage.
Computer proficiency.
Demonstrate kindness, compassion, professionalism, appropriate boundaries, and flexibility in patient-centered service.
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.
Ability to remain on feet for prolonged periods while evaluating and treating patients.
Ability to perform physical exams and clinical procedures and operate medical instruments with precision.
Adequate vision, with or without correction, to read medical records, observe patient conditions, and perform diagnostic procedures.
Sufficient hearing, with or without accommodation, to communicate with patients and staff and assess health sounds.
Ability to work around potential exposure to communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and other hazardous substances while following safety protocols and using PPE.
Ability to move rapidly and react appropriately in urgent or high-stress clinical situations.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of clinical experience as a Physician Assistant.
DOT certification (FMCSA/NRCME).
Experience 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.
Deliver preventive services, including wellness visits, vaccinations, screenings, and routine check-ups.
Engage patients in shared decision-making and self-management support; 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 accurate and timely electronic health records and documentation supporting medical necessity, quality metrics, and compliant billing; collaborate with billing and quality teams as needed.
Deliver whole-person, coordinated care with enhanced access and continuous quality improvement.
Participate in quality initiatives and use data to improve 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 related to collaborative practice and prescriptive authority.
Stay current with medical research and guidelines through continuing education and apply evidence-based practices.
Advance the education of healthcare team members to promote high-quality care.
Adapt to workplace change, take ownership of problems, use sound judgment, follow through, and model collaborative teamwork and considerate customer service.

Benefits

Signing bonus of $10,000 paid in installments based on completion of orientation and service milestones.
Paid holidays.
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.
Flexible spending account (FSA).
Premier wellness program and wellness benefits.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
LifeLock and Ask Charlie services.
Voluntary life and Sun Life voluntary benefits.
Pet insurance.
Childcare.
Flexible work schedule.
Employee recognition and celebrations.
Warm and friendly work environment where staff respect and learn from one another.