Physician Assistant PRN

Concentra•Bartow, FL

About The Position

As a Physician Assistant at Concentra, you will be a member of the patient care team, providing care to patients as part of the company’s mission to improve the health of America’s workforce. Subject to medical protocols established by the Association and Concentra’s Chief Medical Officer, and working in cooperation with physicians assigned to a clinic or Center when applicable, the Physician Assistant provides primary medical direction and coordination of professional medical care within the occupational health program. The role involves examining patients, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, performing therapeutic procedures, counseling patients, and developing and documenting patient management plans. It also supports the development and delivery of occupational health policies and educational programs, while maintaining accurate documentation and providing a compassionate patient experience. The position requires adapting to changing business needs, including additional or different hours or shifts when appropriate. The role requires access to confidential and critical information and ongoing discretion and secure information management. Concentra provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process, in performing essential job functions, and in accessing other employment benefits and privileges.

Requirements

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Passed the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE).
Current physician assistant license in the state of employment, in accordance with state laws of practice; licensure must be maintained throughout employment.
Customarily at least one year of demonstrated experience in occupational medicine, urgent care, or an emergency setting.
Ability to make decisions or solve problems using logic to 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 federal and state laws and company policies.
Demonstrated knowledge of state-specific occupational medicine requirements.
Demonstrated working knowledge of clinical operations.
Knowledge of laws and regulations governing delivery of rehabilitation services.
Knowledge of workers’ compensation, clinical procedures, and processes involved in delivering quality care.
Demonstrated excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated willingness to participate in Continuing Medical Education.
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 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 therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.
Develop and implement patient management plans, record progress notes, and assist with continuity of care.
Assist with the development, implementation, and revision of policies affecting medical practice judgment and occupational health care quality.
Assist with developing and presenting educational and instructional programs.
Provide excellent customer service to patients, clients, and peers while incorporating Orange Book values.
Work to exceed customer and patient expectations as measured by NPER, NPS, and TATs.
Complete tasks accurately and perform quality assurance checks.
Maintain accurate, concise, timely, and complete documentation of results and paperwork.
Provide a compassionate, warm patient experience regardless of patient volume.
Manage time, prioritize, and multitask in a busy environment.
Adapt to changing business needs, including scheduling and working additional or different hours or shifts when appropriate.
Deliver consistent quality care in a busy clinical environment.
Assist in other areas as needed to support an excellent patient experience.
Seek opportunities for additional clinical training and self-development.
Communicate effectively with patients, clients, supervisors, and peers, incorporating Orange Book values.
Listen to and understand internal and external client needs, then act to address them.
Contribute to center operations, take accountability, and assist others to achieve results.
Handle sensitive and confidential information in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.