Physician Assistant

CHCB, Inc.; City of Lockport (NY); On-site; USD 107,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

The Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Physician Assistant to deliver primary care in a supportive, community-focused setting.

You will work under the supervision of a physician to provide wellness, prevention, and management of common illnesses. Responsibilities include triage, diagnosis, lab testing, prescribing medications, and patient education, while mentoring clinical staff and participating in quality improvement.

Qualifications

• PA degree from an accredited University.
• PA license registration certificate and DEA registration certificate for the relevant state.
• National certification in the specialty area.
• At least three (3) years of experience as a Physician Assistant
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Triage, diagnose, and treat illness and physical conditions within the specialty area of practice.
• Assess physical and psycho-social health status through medical history and physical examination.
• Order and interpret laboratory tests.
• Perform therapeutic and corrective measures, prescribe medication, and provide preventive health maintenance and education.
• Teach and counsel patients, families, and groups.
• Adhere to clinical policies and procedures, including infection control principles and confidentiality.
• Provide clinical direction to RNs, LPNs, and Medical Assistants.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Comply with guidelines set by the supervising physician and regulatory agencies.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
• Direct, instruct, and evaluate physician assistant students.
• Attend meetings and ensure regular attendance.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Education

PA degree

State license + DEA registration

National certification

Job description

Are you a passionate and dedicated Physician Assistant seeking to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive community setting? The Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc. is looking for a compassionate and skilled Physician Assistant to join their team. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), the organization is devoted to offering comprehensive, affordable, and accessible healthcare to all individuals regardless of their ability to pay. This role presents a unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of underserved individuals and families in the Western New York community.

The Physician Assistant provides primary healthcare to a select group of patients within their area of training/expertise, focusing on wellness promotion, illness prevention, and managing minor acute and stable chronic illnesses. They collaborate with the supervising Physician in accordance with education and state laws.

Responsibilities

• Triage, diagnose, and treat illness and physical conditions within the specialty area of practice.
• Assess physical and psycho-social health status through medical history and physical examination.
• Order and interpret laboratory tests.
• Perform therapeutic and corrective measures, prescribe medication, and provide preventive health maintenance and education.
• Teach and counsel patients, families, and groups.
• Adhere to clinical policies and procedures, including infection control principles and confidentiality.
• Provide clinical direction to RNs, LPNs, and Medical Assistants.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Comply with guidelines set by the supervising physician and regulatory agencies.
• Perform special assignments as requested.
• Prepare written documentation as required and maintain necessary records.
• Direct, instruct, and evaluate physician assistant students.
• Attend meetings and ensure regular attendance.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Physician Assistant degree from an accredited University.
• Physician Assistant license registration certificate and DEA registration certificate for the relevant state.
• National certification in the specialty area.
• At least three (3) years of experience as a Physician Assistant
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Physical Demands

This role requires periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, and stooping. Evening work may be required.

Pay

$106,953 - $127,816

Note: This position is represented by 1199 SEIU United Healthcare Workers East.