Advanced Practice Provider (NOT A REMOTE POSITION)

La-Pine-Community-Health-Center; La Pine (OR); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

La Pine Community Health Center seeks a licensed Physician Assistant to deliver comprehensive primary care in a family practice setting. The PA works with clinicians and visiting specialists, conducts minor procedures, and provides patient education and counseling.

The role emphasizes evidence-based care, accurate documentation, HIPAA compliance, and participation in a collaborative care team, with flexible scheduling including occasional after-hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited medical program.
• Must have or be able to obtain Physician Assistant licensure.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret medical documents.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care services in an ambulatory clinic.
• Work independently and with other providers and specialists.
• Perform minor outpatient procedures as scope permits.
• Provide counseling and education to patients and family members.
• Maintain timely documentation within 24-48 hours of visits.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Education

Licensed Physician Assistant

Tools

EHR systems

MS Office

Job description

Description

General Statement of Duties

Responsible for providing comprehensive primary care services in a primary medical care, ambulatory clinic setting. The provider works independently and interdependently with other clinic providers.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Provision of comprehensive primary care services for all ages in a primary medical care ambulatory clinic setting. Works independently and interdependently with other medical providers and visiting specialists.
• Provide care consistent with evidence-based medicine.
• Perform minor outpatient procedures in accordance with the scope of practice and privileging policy.
• Provide consultation to other clinic providers either in person or by telephone.
• Consult with clinic physicians, specialists, or other health care professionals as appropriate.
• Assess patient needs for specialty referrals, diagnostic and in-patient care and make appropriate referrals.
• Provide patients and family members with counseling and education regarding health maintenance, disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and need for follow up as appropriate during each patient visit. Verify and document that the patient understands diagnosis, treatment and follow-up recommendations.
• Participate in a shared call system with other providers.
• Assist with meeting clinic care team productivity and quality care standards.
• Participate in audits, and meet standards of quality Improvement, risk management and productivity goals.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in patient record within 24-48 hours after patient visit.
• Maintain credentials essential for practice, to include licensure, certification and CME.
• Demonstrates respectful, professional and appropriate behavior that supports a team-oriented work environment.
• Attend and participate in provider meetings, in-services, and agency wide meetings.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the mission, core values and goals of LCHC and its healthcare delivery practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Other Essential Functions

• Establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships with staff, patients, vendors, and the public
• Maintain excellent oral and written communication skills and an ability to practice effective professional communication
• Thrive and promote group cohesion as a team member in a rapidly changing environment
• Follow detailed and written oral instructions
• Multi-task and adjust priorities in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining focus and managing disruptions and/or unexpected needs
• Accept feedback from a variety of sources and constructively manage any conflicts
• Maintain excellent organization skills
• Execute and track detail-oriented projects and deadlines
• Demonstrate professionalism
• Demonstrate good judgement while working independently or as part of a team
• Maintain punctual attendance
• Maintain general computer and keyboarding skills
• Graduate from an accredited medical program and must have experience in a family practice setting.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex medical documents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Intermediate or advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Products: Excel, Outlook, Word, and Power Point
• Knowledge of Federally Qualified Health Centers
• Minimum of two years as licensed Physician Assistant

Physical Demands Required to Fulfill Essential Functions of this Position

Employee must be able to: sit or stand for long periods of time; focus on tasks while in an active office environment where conversation and noise is prevalent; operate a keyboard, write, speak, and hear; read small print both on paper and on a computer screen for long periods of time and, occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.

Additional Requirements

• Submit to and pass a drug test
• Successfully complete a criminal background check
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and follow confidentiality policies to protect organizational information
• Foster ethical behavior, cultural sensitivity, and an inclusive environment in accordance with our Standards of Conduct and Respectful Workplace Policies
• Work beyond normal working hours, including weekends, if applicable and when required

Working Conditions

There may be exposure to airborne and blood-borne pathogens, and hazardous materials. This position may include working remotely.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

La Pine Community Health Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. La Pine Community Health Center complies with all applicable laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

LCHC’s Mission, Vision, and Values

All LCHC employees are required to promote and foster LCHC’s mission, vision, and values.

Mission: We improve lives in our community through accessible and affordable healthcare provided with kindness, integrity, and respect.

Vision: For a healthy community.

Core Values: Respect, integrity, collaboration, professionalism, accountability, and compassion.