Physician Assistant

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Chief - Health System Informatics Officer (CHIO) for the Kansas City VA Medical Center. The role leads the Health Informatics Program with Clinical Applications, Data Analytics and Change Management, guiding technology adoption and safety culture within patient care settings.

The CHIO champions integrated health IT, drives data-informed decision making, and collaborates across services to improve outcomes and operational

Qualifications

• Graduate of a PA training program or health sciences degree; eligible for PA certification.
• PANCE eligibility or PA certification as applicable.
• Knowledge of patient safety reporting and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead governance and strategy for health informatics initiatives; oversee CPRS and health IT programs.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to implement data analytics and digital health solutions.
• Promote a culture of safety and engage in process improvement and change management.

Skills

Health informatics leadership

Data analytics

Change management

Education

PA degree or health sciences degree

Bachelor's degree in health sciences

PANCE eligibility / certification

Tools

CPRS / EMR systems

Clinical applications

Ambulatory medical records

Job description

Summary

This position is the Chief - Health System Informatics Officer (CHIO) at the Kansas City VA Medical Center. The Health Informatics Program has 3 sections: Clinical Applications - Data Analytics and Change Management. The change management section provides consultative collaboration with implementation of disruptive programs and processes regarding technology - clinical applications and informatics.

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Preferred Experience and Certifications -- Basic Life Support (BLS) - Talent Management System (TMS)The incumbent will be responsible for promoting a culture of safety and will fully cooperate in efforts to improve patient safety and eradicate potential events including the reporting of events resulting in actual or potential injury to a patient. The incumbent must demonstrate knowledge of the reporting procedures involving safety issues relating to patients. The candidate must meet the following: 1. Education: a. Graduate of a PA training program or of a surgical assistant program which is accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC_PA) or one of its predecessor organizationsb. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited PA training program or in another health sciences related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. 2. Certification. Recent PA graduates who are eligible to take the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE) may be employed by VA on a temporary basis (38 U.S.C. 7405) - for a period not to exceed two years - as provided in VHA Directive 1063(1) - amended May 17 - 2022. If a PA's NCCPA certification is suspended - revoked - or expires - the PA must be removed from the occupation which may result in termination of employment.b. Successfully passed the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE) (or are you in the process to taking the exam) as provided in VA Handbook 5005 - Staffing - Part II - Appendix II-G38 - dated September 27 - 2020. 3. Physician Assistant appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S>C. 4102(d).4. Grade Requirements-Full Grade: a. Experience/Education: b. Clinical Competencies(1) Clinical Proficiency(a) Provides effective care to patients characterized using sound judgement in assessing - planning - implementing - documenting - and evaluating patient care for assigned patients. This includes possessing the skill and competency to obtain thorough medical histories - perform comprehensive physical examinations - order appropriate diagnostic studies - interpret and analyze medical data - establish diagnoses - formulate - and implement treatment plans - and modify treatment plans when appropriate.(b) Works effectively and makes appropriate requests for assistance from the assigned physician and recognizes complex patient care situations where referral is appropriate.(c) References quality improvement information and organizes patient care needs to assure safe - efficient - and cost-effective care.(d) Initiates effective actions in emergencies.(2) Professional Development(a) Obtains additional knowledge and skills appropriate to the practice setting to improve performance.(b) Provides patient education in an effective manner.(3) Ethics. Safeguards patient privacy and confidentiality. Provides care in an non-judgmental - non-discriminatory manner respecting the patient's values and beliefs.(4) Interpersonal Skills. Works effectively with patients - families - caregivers - and other professional and support personnel.(5) Research(a) Demonstrates awareness of research application to practice.(b) Research medical literature and applies evidenced-based medicine to improve clinical practice. Reference: VA Regulations - specifically VA Handbook 5005 Physical Requirements: Eligible applicants must be physically and mentally able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position - with or without reasonable accommodation - without hazard to themselves or others. Depending on the essential duties of a specific position - usable vision - color vision - hearing or speech may be required. however - in most cases - a specific physical condition or impairment of a specific function may be compensated for by the satisfactory use of a prosthesis or mechanical aid.

Duties

• Take a closer look at Kansas City at www.thinkkc.com! We care for Heroes! Veterans depend on us
• we depend on professionals like you
• Our values unite us - guide our actions/decisions daily
• At Kansas City VA this means: It's About the Veterans
• You Support a Safety Culture
• Commit to Zero Harm
• Learn - Inquire and Improve
• Embrace a Duty to Speak Up
• Have Respect for People
• and Ensure Clear Communications
• We hire for TRUST first
• With you we will continue towards a culture of continuous process improvement
• Our journey means that dedicated individuals like yourself will be required - leadership involvement is necessary - and engagement is paramount
• The Chief - Health Informatics Officer has primary responsibility for the maintenance and efficacy of the computerized patient record system (CPRS) and acts as a key communication leader with providers and staff regarding applications to support health care delivery for patients and care givers
• The incumbent will champion the adoption of technology - such as computerized physician order entry (CPOE) - clinical documentation - medication management - and ambulatory electronic medical records - as well as monitor compliance - recommend solutions to problems and processes - and facilitate workflow redesign in support of best practices
• Will also provide consult with other services regarding analytical support and informatics or clinical application related training
• Incumbent will provide analysis and data extraction for medication related measures and pharmacy clinical and operational quality - safety and value
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm