Physician Assistant

Community Action Corporation of South Texas; Corpus Christi (TX); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Corporation of South Texas seeks a Physician Assistant to join our Health Center team. The PA delivers medical care delegated by a supervising physician, participates in a multidisciplinary setting, and provides outpatient care including extended hours clinics.

The role emphasizes pediatric preventive care, accurate documentation, and collaboration with staff to develop care plans. Strong knowledge of Texas regulations, CPR certification, and DEA credentials are required to

Qualifications

• Knowledge of health promotion and prevention principles.
• Ability to follow Health Center protocols and Texas regulations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and appropriate abbreviations.
• Knowledge of the Texas Medical Practice Act and Texas Medical Board regulations.
• Ability to document, with clarity, all information relevant to a patient’s needs.
• Ability to effectively present information to patients and staff.
• Proficiency with standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical services delegated by supervising physician.
• Provide pediatric preventive care and care for pediatric illnesses.
• Conduct outpatient visits at clinic, including extended hours.
• Maintain patient health records and timely documentation.
• Lead the health care team in planning and prioritizing patient/family needs.
• Refer patients for specialty care and review labs/imaging.
• Ensure continuity of care and participate in quality improvement.

Education

Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program

Current unrestricted license from the Texas Physician Assistant Board

Annual continuing medical education as required by the Texas Physician Assistant Board

Must be registered and have current DEA, DPS, and other certificates to legally operate as a practitioner in the State of Texas

One (1) year of practice experience providing direct patient care

Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Professionals Certification

Job description

General Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for delivery of quality medical care to patients of the Health Center and functions as a member of the multi-disciplinary health care team within the scope of his or her PA practice.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Provides medical services, but only as delegated by a supervising physician.

• Maintains medical expertise and competency (to include age specific competency) as well as demonstrates thorough knowledge of procedures to deliver quality primary medical care.
• Provides age-appropriate pediatric patient care, incorporating physical wellness exams according to the established Texas Health Steps Periodicity Schedule and provides appropriate care for pediatric illnesses and conditions.
• Provides medical visits, as scheduled, in direct patient care at clinic site, including extended hours clinics.
• Provides a minimum of three thousand two hundred (3,200) medical encounters for the contract year and provides services equaling to at least forty (40) hours per week in the clinic.
• Examines, diagnoses, and treats patients, on an out-patient basis (as per individual employment contract); prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate for assessed medical conditions.
• Refers patients for appropriate specialty care services, lab and x-ray and any other ancillaryservices that areappropriate for patient’s disease management and care. Reviews all lab and x-ray reports for patients under his/her carein a timely manner as per established Health Center policy and makes medical management decisions appropriately. Follows appropriate standards of care for each patient.
• Provides continuity of care to Health Center patients as assigned.
• Maintains a health record for each patient and completes patient visit documentation in a timely manner in accordance with the Health Center established Health Record Completion Policy.
• Leads the health care team in identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing patient and family needs to develop a plan of care.
• Educates patients and caregivers regarding preventative care, diagnosis, and treatment plans and provides relevant resources as necessary.
• Participates in health promotion, education and/or prevention programs as needed.
• Attends and participates in clinic meetings/departmental meetings and other clinic functions as required by the Health Center.
• Provides Basic Life Support services as indicated for emergency situations in the Health Center.

2. Provides clinical oversight under the supervision of the Medical Director.

• Assumes accountability for delegating, directing, and supervising patient care activities. Trains, mentors and supervises students and support staff engaged in activities and procedures, as appropriate.
• Participates in quality improvement projects and activities directed for continuous quality improvement and risk management purposes.
• Participates in the review and development of patient care policies, protocols, including health maintenance schedules, and standing orders.
• Implements the plans, procedures and protocols for the medical team.
• Serves as a resource and positive, proactive leader for the department.
• Maintains competency with current health care trends, standards of care, and clinical research that impacts medical practice.

3. Maintains professional courtesy at all times.

4. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Required Preferred

• Knowledge of advanced principles of health promotion and prevention
• Knowledge of protocols in general and an ability to quickly gain specific knowledge of the Health Center’s current operational protocols
• Knowledge of medical terminology and appropriate abbreviations
• Knowledge of the Texas Medical Practice Act and Texas Medical Board regulations pertinent to Physician Assistants
• Ability to document, with clarity, all information relevant to a patient’s needs
• Ability to effectively present information in small group settings to patients, Health Center staff, and the general public
• Ability to use office equipment including but not limited to computers, fax machines, telephones and copiers

Education/Certifications/Licensure

Required Preferred

• Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Current unrestricted license from the Texas Physician Assistant Board to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas
• Annual continuing medical education as required by the Texas Physician Assistant Board
• Must be registered and have current DEA, DPS, and other certificates to legally operate as a practitioner in the State of Texas
• One (1) year of practice experience providing direct patient care
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Professionals Certification

Physical Requirements

If a preliminary offer of employment is extended, a physical will be required before the offer can be accepted.

Required Preferred

• The employee must be able to lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.
• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye/hand coordination.
• Requires sitting, standing, and walking for extensive periods of time.
• Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
• Requires frequent exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work with a moderate noise level in the work environment is required.