Physician Assistant

Health & Safety Council; Baton Rouge (LA); Presencial; USD 100 000 - 140 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Health & Safety Council seeks a licensed Physician Assistant to evaluate and treat patients in an industrial health setting, under the Chief Medical Officer. You will supervise certified medical staff, assist in minor surgical procedures, and perform telemedicine evaluations as needed to support remote sites.

Ideal candidates are adaptable, collaborative, and able to lead new clinic projects, participate in ongoing CME activities, and ensure compliance with state licensing while delivering

Qualificações

• Must be a certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Strong proficiency in performing minor surgical procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to cross-train and assist other departments.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct medical evaluations and provide treatment meeting high standards of care.
• Oversee certified medical staff with guidance for efficient patient care.
• Participate in minor surgical procedures (joint injections, sutures, debridement, eye foreign body removal).
• Perform medical examinations at various locations as needed.
• Conduct remote medical evaluations via telemedicine platform.
• Support case management with medical expertise and participate in calls.

Conhecimentos

Minor surgical procedures

Strong communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Formação académica

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Overview

The 30+ year company supports the petrochemical and manufacturing industries domestically and internationally and is headquartered along the Gulf Coast, providing training, occupational medicine, and innovative solutions to the industry. The Physician Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Officer to evaluate and treat patients. They may also assist in minor surgical procedures following occupational injuries.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough medical evaluations and provide appropriate treatment for patients, ensuring high standards of care.
• Oversee the work of certified medical staff, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient and effective patient care.
• Participate in minor surgical procedures, including but not limited to joint injections, laceration suture repair, wound debridement, and eye foreign body removal.
• Conduct medical examinations at various locations as needed.
• Perform remote medical evaluations through a telemedicine platform.
• Support case management efforts by participating in calls and providing medical expertise.
• Available for after-hours calls and visits to address urgent medical needs.
• Ensure compliance with all state licensing agencies.
• Take initiative in leading or assisting with new clinic projects, contributing to the growth and development of the clinic.
• Engage in ongoing education and training programs to stay current with medical advancements and best practices.

Requirements

• Must be a certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Strong proficiency in performing minor surgical procedures.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Must be able to adapt to work in varied environments and learn detailed procedures.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and make effective decisions.
• Cross-train and assist other departments as necessary.
• Commitment to maintaining all required CMEs.
• Cannot have active investigations by the Texas Medical Board.
• Requires an active DEA and DPS certificate with no restrictions on prescribing medications.
• Holds a full and unrestricted license in Louisiana and Texas.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to read, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle training equipment and tools, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Work is primarily performed in an industrial facility but may also take place in occupational health clinics, mobile medical units, outdoor settings, and employer or client locations. The employee may be exposed to weather conditions, noise, industrial environments, blood or other potentially infectious materials, and other occupational hazards requiring appropriate personal protective equipment. The position may require travel, variable schedules, after-hours work, and extended assignments away from the employee's primary work location. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Reporting Responsibilities

The Physician Assistant reports directly to the Chief Medical Officer. This position has no direct reports.