Physician Assistant

Concentra • San Jose, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Physician Assistant at Concentra, you will provide primary medical direction and coordinate professional medical care within the occupational health program, subject to established medical protocols and in cooperation with physicians assigned to the clinic. The role is based at the San Jose clinic, 1901 Monterey Rd. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with no nights, weekends, holidays, or call. The position includes patient examinations, diagnostic testing, treatment, counseling, and development of patient management plans. You will also support clinical policies, education, quality assurance, and a compassionate patient experience. Some flexibility to work additional or different hours or shifts may be needed when appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related health field from an accredited college or university.
• Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies and graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Passed the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE).
• Current physician assistant license in the state of employment, maintained throughout employment and in accordance with state practice laws.
• Customarily at least one year of demonstrated experience in occupational medicine, urgent care, or an emergency setting.
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems using logic, identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
• Outstanding customer service skills and ability to interact with people tactfully and professionally.
• Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of state-specific occupational medicine requirements.
• Working knowledge of clinical operations.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing rehabilitation services.
• Knowledge of workers’ compensation, clinical procedures, and processes involved in delivering quality care.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Concentra Core Competencies: Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative, and Flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients and compile medical data, including health histories and physical examination results.
• Administer or order diagnostic tests, including X-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory tests.
• Interpret diagnostic test results and identify deviations from normal.
• Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
• Instruct and counsel patients on compliance with prescribed treatment regimens and health maintenance.
• Develop and implement patient management plans, record progress notes, and help provide continuity of care.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and revising policies affecting medical practice judgment and occupational health care quality.
• Assist in developing and presenting education and instructional programs.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients, clients, and peers while incorporating Concentra’s Orange Book values.
• Ensure accuracy in task completion, execution, and quality assurance checks.
• Maintain accurate, concise, timely, and complete documentation and paperwork.
• Provide a compassionate patient experience and consistently deliver quality care in a busy clinical environment.
• Manage time, prioritize, and multitask; adapt to changing business needs, including scheduling and working additional or different hours or shifts when appropriate.
• Assist in other areas as needed to ensure an excellent patient experience.
• Pursue additional clinical training and self-development.
• Communicate effectively with patients, clients, supervisors, and peers; understand and address internal and external client needs.
• Take accountability for personal work and assist others in achieving results.

Benefits

• Monthly RVU bonus incentive
• Quarterly Quality Care bonus incentive
• 18 days of paid time off annually, with rollover
• 5 days of paid CME time annually
• 6 paid holidays
• Medical malpractice coverage
• Reimbursement for approved renewal of applicable licensure, certifications, and memberships
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement opportunity
• Medical, vision, prescription, and dental plans
• Life and disability insurance
• Colleague referral bonus program
• Opportunity to teach residents and students
• Occupational Medicine training
• Supplemental health benefits, including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Pre-tax health care and dependent care spending accounts
• Accredited CME courses
• Leadership development programs
• Relocation assistance when applicable
• Commuter benefits
• Identity theft services
• Colleague discount program
• Opportunities for advancement locally and nationally
• Competitive base salary with annual merit increase opportunity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time