Physician Assistant

Mobile Medical Care, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NURSE Corps Loan Repayment Program

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Maryland is looking for a full-time Physician Assistant to deliver comprehensive primary care in a patient-centered environment. The ideal candidate will have certification, licensure in Maryland, and experience with diverse populations. Responsibilities include diagnosing conditions, prescribing medications, and educating patients. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Physician Assistant certification from an accredited program.
• Licensure as a Physician Assistant in the State of Maryland is required.
• Current CPR certification; has or is eligible for DEA and Maryland controlled substance license.
• Bilingual in Spanish or French is a plus.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR).

Responsibilities

• Elicit a pertinent medical history.
• Examine patients and review their medical records.
• Order appropriate diagnostic tests.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Prescribe appropriate medications.
• Provide preventive care in accordance with established guidelines.
• Refer patients to behavioral health when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Educate patients and families on health conditions and meds.
• Support continuing medical education and professional development.

Skills

Strong ethics

Team spirit

Interest in continuing education

Proficiency in electronic health record

Bilingual in Spanish or French

Education

Physician Assistant certification

Licensure as a Physician Assistant in Maryland

Current CPR certification

Board certification

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) proficiency

Job description

Overview

Mobile Medical Care, Inc. (MobileMed), a Federally Qualified Health Center located in Montgomery County, Maryland and serving low-income adults, is looking for a full-time (40 hours per week) Physician Assistant working (8:30 am – 5:00 pm, M-F) in our clinics serving Montgomery County, Maryland.

MobileMed’s practice environment is collaborative and patient-centered. The Physician Assistant will provide comprehensive, evidence-based primary care, within our defined scope of practice. Responsibilities include review of diagnostic testing results and timely documentation of all patient encounters and follow-up.

Responsibilities

• Eliciting a pertinent medical history
• Examining patients and reviewing their medical records
• Ordering appropriate diagnostic tests (blood tests, radiographs, etc.)
• Diagnosing and managing acute and chronic medical conditions
• Prescribing appropriate medications
• Providing preventive care in accordance with established guidelines
• Referring patients to specialty services as needed
• Maintaining accurate records
• Educating patients about their health conditions and prescribed medications
• Educating patients and their family members about preventive measures and good health practices
• Referring patients to the behavioral health team for care as needed
• Advancing professional knowledge through continuing medical education

Qualifications

• Physician Assistant certification from an accredited program
• Licensure as a Physician Assistant in the State of Maryland
• Current CPR certification; has or is eligible for DEA and Maryland controlled substance license
• Board certification is required
• Proficiency documenting in an electronic health record system
• Interest in working with a diverse, underserved population
• Bilingual in Spanish or French is a plus
• Knowledge of health care guidelines and regulations
• Strong ethics
• Team spirit with a positive attitude
• Interest in continuing to gain knowledge and clinical experience
• Experience in telehealth is a plus

Interested candidates must send a cover letter, resume showing relevant experience, and salary expectation. We offer competitive salary and benefits. Salary offered is commensurate with experience. Mobile Medical Care, Inc. participates in the NURSE Corps Loan Repayment Program.