Walk-In Clinics - Physician Associate (PA-C) 50-65%25

University of Iowa•Cedar Rapids, IA

5h•$45,131 - $102,892•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Iowa Healthcare Walk-In Clinics is seeking a Physician Associate (PA) to primarily support our Iowa City/Corridor Walk-In Clinics (Urgent Care/Quick Care Clinics). This role involves direct patient care, including diagnostic and therapeutic services, with autonomy in medical decision-making. The PA will also assist in educating healthcare students and may participate in research. UI Walk-in Clinics provide care to save patients a trip to the emergency room, offering services like X-rays, IV fluids, and stitches. This is a dynamic, fast-paced environment utilizing a multidisciplinary approach to patient care. The position primarily supports Iowa City/Corridor sites but may also support other service lines/clinics, including Quad Cities locations, based on clinical needs and hours.

Requirements

Must comply with registration and licensure requirements as specified by the Iowa Board of Physician Associate Examiners which include graduation from an accredited PA educational program and certification by the NCCPA.
Licensed as PA in the state of Iowa.
Minimum of 6 months experience as a Physician Associate.
Demonstrated experience in area of clinical practice is required.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage acutely ill patient population (of all ages) within a highly functioning unit/department.
Proved capacity to function with a high degree of autonomy while actively collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Demonstrated experience fostering a welcoming and respectful work environment.
Current valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the University Driving Policy Standards.
Availability to provide support at other clinical locations based on clinical hours/needs.
BLS, ACLS and PALS certification (obtained within first 6 months of employment).

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year of acute patient care PA experience within Emergency Department, Urgent Care and/or Walk-In Clinic area(s), or Family Medicine.
Some knowledge of University policies and procedures desired.
Previous EPIC experience.
Comfortable with technology and leveraging video, or the desire to learn.

Responsibilities

Provide medical care and management for patients, exercising autonomy in medical decision-making and services provided in the Walk-In Clinics, rotating to different Walk-in Clinics, and utilizing online telehealth platforms.
Obtain medical history and perform physical examination.
Assess, assist, diagnose and treat medical or surgical problems and record findings.
Perform or assist in and interpret the performance of laboratory and related studies.
Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, the suturing and care of wounds, removal of foreign bodies, ear and eye irrigation and other clinical procedures.
Assist in arranging for continued care such as but not limited to: transfer to the Emergency Treatment Center; follow-up care or establishment of care with a primary care provider; and/or follow-up consultations (including referrals to appropriate specialty and subspecialty physicians as indicated by patients’ problems).
Perform and screen results of special medical exams including but not limited to electrocardiogram, radiography, audiometric and vision screening, tonometry, and pulmonary function screening tests.
Instruct and counsel patients regarding physical and mental health on matters such as diets, disease, therapy, and normal growth and development.
Evaluate, treat, and institute procedures essential to providing an appropriate response to urgent medical problems.
Maintain awareness of health facilities, agencies, and resources in order to facilitate the appropriate referral of patients.
Order medications and administer drugs.
Direct other medical personnel and health professionals in the execution of patient care.
Perform duties appropriate to a physician’s practice.
Participate in educating health care students in various programs.
Participate in committees within the division, department, College of Medicine and University of Iowa Health Care.
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
Perform all other duties as assigned on a permanent or temporary basis.
Service Excellence/Customer Focus: Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Ability to effectively transmit and interpret information through appropriate communication with internal and external customers.