Lead Physician Associate/Assistant (PA) - Urgent Care | Sign-On Bonus up to $10,000 Available!
ConvenientMD•Westbrook, ME
•Onsite
About The Position
ConvenientMD is seeking a compassionate and experienced Physician Associate/Assistant (PA) to join their team as a Lead Provider in an urgent care clinic. This role involves providing exceptional patient care, acting as a clinical leader for all clinical staff, and mentoring new-grad providers and allied healthcare professionals. The position is ideal for a PA who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys mentorship, and is dedicated to delivering high-quality care. A sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 is available for exceptional candidates.
Requirements
- Master's degree and certification by Physician Assistant (PA) certifying body.
- Must have and maintain a DEA license with no restrictions.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Strong leadership skills; willing and able to mentor provider and non-provider clinic staff.
- Excellent team player; enjoys collaborating with others.
- Proactive and confident communicator (written and verbal).
- Compassionate, authentic, and patient-focused.
- Technically savvy; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software and clinical management systems (EMR).
- Strong knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
- Strong knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations including HIPAA and OSHA.
- Strong knowledge of relevant drugs, their chemical composition, structure, and properties.
- Strong knowledge of non-pharmaceutical patient care aids.
- Strong knowledge of current principles, methods, and procedures for medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment.
Nice To Haves
- Clinical experience in emergency medicine, urgent care, or ambulatory care setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct health assessments, physical exams, and review medical histories to address patient needs.
- Interview patients, perform physical examinations, and obtain/update medical histories.
- Administer or order diagnostic tests (e.g., x-rays, electrocardiograms, laboratory studies) and interpret results.
- Perform therapeutic procedures such as administering injections and immunizations, suturing, and managing wounds and infections.
- Educate and counsel patients on their health, therapeutic regimens, wellness, and family planning.
- Prepare clear, complete, accurate, and legible medical records using EMR.
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment in compliance with company and state procedures.
- Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
- Comply with legal and professional requirements, including HIPAA and OSHA.
- Collaborate with other providers and healthcare practitioners to efficiently treat patients and plan coordinated dispositions.
- Act as a clinic leader, providing support and mentorship to new-graduate providers and other clinic staff.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge through continuing education.
- Act as a preceptor to new provider staff.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonuses of up to $10,000
- Collaborative team environment that encourages professional growth
- Urgent care services at no cost to our team members and their families
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Company paid short-term disability
- Optional pet insurance
- 401k match after one year of service
- Access to our primary care (depending on location)
- Educational Alliance with Purdue University Global and reduced tuition rates for team members and their families
- Employer rewards and access to discounts offered on services and products such as hotels, travel, entertainment, restaurants, and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
