Experienced Bilingual Physician Assistant PA

CFHW; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 104,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan repayment

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

CME opportunities

Job summary

Clinica Family Health & Wellness is seeking a Physician Assistant for family practice in Colorado. You will provide patient care per Health Care Plans, support a wide patient population, and collaborate with a diverse medical team to deliver coordinated care.

The role emphasizes team-based care, clinic workflow, EMR use, and community engagement, with opportunities for loan repayment and comprehensive benefits as part of a mission-driven nonprofit.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Licensed in the State of Colorado.
• Eligible for DEA licensure within one year of hire.
• Minimum 1-2 years' experience as a Physician Assistant in Family Practice.
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care per Health Care Plans within scope of practice.
• Expands rapport with the medical community and referral networks.
• Communicates with health and human service agencies as needed.
• Provides off-hours medical services when the clinic is closed, if applicable.
• Uses EMR, registries and templates to support care delivery.
• Submits required documentation for credentialing and privileging.

Skills

Spanish language

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Physician Assistant Program

Colorado license

DEA licensure eligibility

Tools

EMR software

Job description

About Us At Clinica Family Health & Wellness, we believe everyone deserves high-quality, compassionate healthcare close to home. We are a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides comprehensive, affordable medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and specialty behavioral care services. We are committed to being a healthcare home for our patients, a place where they receive coordinated, whole-person care from a team that supports their health and well-being at every stage of life.

Overview of the Role

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides patient care as per Health Care Plans and within his/her/their Scope of Practice.
• Provides high-quality, comprehensive care to all patient populations, both in acute and chronic contexts (e.g., applies planned care principles; practice variations from Clinica’s treatment protocols as appropriate; limitations of training/experience are respected).
• Expands and maintains rapport with the medical community in the service area (e.g., interacts appropriately with other medical personnel outside of Clinica; actively seeks to broaden our referral network).
• Appropriately communicates with health & human services agencies, local governments, and community organizations as needed.
• Provides responsive off-hours medical services physically or by phone when the clinic is closed, if applicable.
• Supports and teaches team members at the site. Teaches students enrolled in a relevant health-profession training program.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and stays current with changes in this area.
• Provides Human Resources staff the needed documentation, paperwork, and signatures to complete credentialing and privileging (initial and biannual).
• Is respectful and responsive to staff and patients (is approachable by other staff, demonstrates good teamwork by offering and receiving feedback appropriately).
• Handles ongoing daily clinical work in a timely and thorough manner. This includes being present for huddle, responding to messages (by phone and e-mail), staying on time while caring for patients, charting, managing the PAQ and Tasks, submitting referrals, reviewing records, and completing paperwork needed for optimal patient care.
• Exhibits positive leadership skills on and off the pod (actively striving to improve the patient and staff experience of Clinica).
• Collaborates well with teammates, both on a clinical level (e.g., seeks/provides guidance and feedback to supervised/supervising clinician) as well as on a managerial and administrative level (e.g., follows Clinica’s procedures around requesting/taking time off).
• Handles ongoing daily clinical work in a timely and thorough manner as outlined in the Provider manual (see Provider Manual).
• Effective use of the EMR, registries and templates.
• Works under the supervision of a designated physician.
• Supports and promotes MCC utilization with the Clinician team.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

1. Bachelor’s Degree.
2. Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
3. Licensed in the State of Colorado.
4. Eligible for DEA licensure (new graduates should obtain within one year of hire).
5. Minimum 1-2 years' experience as a Physician Assistant in Family Practice.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Sensitivity to low income, ethnic minority communities preferred.
2. Proficiency in the Spanish language.
3. Computer proficiency – EMR experience preferred.
4. Ability to flourish in a team system.

What we Offer:

CFHWis an approved site for the Colorado Health Service Corps and National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Programs. Providers who meet program eligibility requirements may receive up to $120,000 in loan repayment assistance for serving our communities.

• Comprehensive benefits:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision options
  • Medical and Dependent Care FSA/HSA
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Long term disability insurance
  • Accident/hospital plans
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contributions
• CFWH offers vacation time, sick hours, and personal holiday hours.
• A collaborative team environment.
• Open communication with leadership and mission-focused engagement
• Training and growth opportunities with a supportive team invested in your success
• CME (amounts and hours are prorated based on weekly hours/FTE)
  • Medical Providers: $3000 and 40 hours annually

$50 (Min) - $68(max)/hour. The posted range represents the full salary range for this position. Starting pay is based on factors such as directly related experience, education, licensure and/or certification, and internal equity.

CFHW is committed to an inclusive, age-neutral hiring process. In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act (JAFA), we do not ask applicants to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from an educational institution. Please focus your application on your relevant skills, qualifications, and professional experience.

Clinica Family Health & Wellness is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or any other protected class under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employees must meet applicable health and safety requirements, including an annual influenza (flu) vaccine, tuberculosis screening at hire, and any position specific requirements. Proof of required immunizations is required before employment begins. Exemptions and reasonable accommodations are considered.