Physician Assistant (DOM Occupational Health)

Johns Hopkins University; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 152,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite clinic

Competitive salary

Full-time role

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University seeks a Physician Assistant to manage day-to-day clinical care at the PepsiCo Dallas, TX onsite clinic. The PA reports to the Regional Manager and collaborates with the Medical Director and Division Administrator to deliver high-quality occupational health services.

Main duties include triage, treatment of injuries, on-site phlebotomy, medication dispensing, vaccination coordination, and case management to reduce illness and absenteeism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and NCCPA certification required.
• Licensed to practice in the state; National Board Certification preferred.
• CAAHEP-certified Physician Assistant program completed.
• BLS certification required; ongoing credential maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site medical care at the Pepsi Dallas clinic, 40 hours per week.
• Triage and treat minor work-related and non-work-related injuries and illnesses.
• Dispense medications per standing orders; perform venipuncture for lab orders.
• Coordinate vaccination programs and seasonal health initiatives.
• Support and case manage employees to reduce illness and absenteeism.
• Collaborate with PCPs and specialists to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Analytical ability

Interpersonal skills

Outpatient medicine knowledge

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree

NCCPA Certification

CAAHEP-certified PA program

State licensure

National Board Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

The Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine is seeking a Physician Assistant to manage the day-to-day clinical care and activities at the Pepsi Dallas, TX, onsite clinic. The position reports directly to Regional Manager for the PepsiCo/JHU partnership. The position also works closely with the Medical Director and Division Administrator of the Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide on-site services forty (40) hours per week at the PepsiCo clinic in Dallas, TX
• Triage and treat, as appropriate, minor work-related and non-work-related injuries and illnesses
• Dispense over-the-counter and prescription medications in accordance with pre-established standing orders to employees with minor work-related and non-work-related concerns (for example, back pain, headache, and pharyngitis)
• Provide on-site specimen/lab collection (venipuncture) for employees presenting lab orders from their PCP
• Perform urine drug screening and breath alcohol testing in accordance with company protocol
• Provide on-site assessments for acute and chronic illnesses, such as strep pharyngitis, UTI, influenza, hypertension, hyperglycemia, and hypoglycemia
• Provide support and case management for both work-related and non-work-related conditions to reduce illness and absenteeism
• Coordinate second opinions for employees absent due to workers' compensation or disability, as necessary in adherence with company protocols
• Coordinate annual seasonal influenza vaccination program
• Coordinate, plan, and deliver monthly health education seminars and general wellness events
• Provide referrals for PepsiCo employees who need the attention of a primary care physician or specialist in adherence to company protocols
• Perform on-site physical assessments (DOT, return to work, work-related injuries) as required by PepsiCo
• Provide on-site patient education regarding illnesses, medications, treatments, etc
• Work collaboratively with patients and their PCP/Specialist to facilitate early diagnosis and management of acute and chronic health problems
• Participate in case presentations and other opportunities to foster the academic mission and clinical excellence

Administrative services provided to PepsiCo include

• Maintain and revise, as needed, standardized procedures, protocols, and standing orders
• Maintain adequate clinical supplies
• Maintain Letter of Permit Exception with the Dallas, TX Department of Health/CLIA required for lab testing provided on-site
• Maintain patient electronic medical records

Work collaboratively with the Benefits and Safety teams

• To coordinate and plan health and wellness events and initiatives
• To manage workers’ compensation claims
• To expand clinic services and reach
• Provide crisis management/intervention, as needed
• Provide general medical advice to the PepsiCo Human Resources and Safety/Risk Management departments
• Ensure the provision of prompt, appropriate clinical care to all patients in accordance with PepsiCo and Johns Hopkins University protocols, State regulations, and professional standards
• Develop relationships with clinical providers in the area to provide back-up clinical care
• Ensure timely and appropriate problem resolution and follow-up to PepsiCo employees as required
• Participating in clinical learning presentations with the client or the clinical team
• Ensure all patients receive prompt, courteous, friendly, and professional attention to their needs and requests
• Ensure PepsiCo's onsite clinic facilities are neat, clean, and attractive
• Develop and implement new administrative policies and procedures as needed to ensure the smooth operation of PepsiCo's onsite clinics
• Conduct yourself in an exemplary fashion to achieve goals.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Analytical ability is necessary to evaluate and determine the health status of the patient and implement proper care
• Interpersonal skills necessary to interview, teach, and counsel patients and interact with clients/employers
• A comprehensive understanding of outpatient adult medicine, patient care procedures, medical protocols, and testing procedures is necessary
• Must have general computer knowledge and the ability to use computerized medical information systems

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree; Certification by the NCCPA or similar national certifying body; Completion of a CAAHEP-certified Physician Assistant program
• Must be licensed in the state where practicing
• National Board Certification
• BLS certification
• Related experience (adult medicine)
• Additional education may substitute foe required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum twelve months of related experience (adult medicine).
• Experience in Occupational Medicine, Workers’ Compensation, and DOT exams
• DOT Medical Examiner preferred.
• Certified Urine Drug Screen Collector preferred
• Certified Breath Alcohol Technician preferred

Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR certification required. Must maintain current licensure and certification during duration of employment. Completion of the JHH credentialing process is required prior to start date

Classified Title: Physician Assistant
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MG
Starting Salary Range: $100,000 - $152,900 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday / Varying
FLSA Status:Exempt
Location: TX:Texas
Department name: Department of Medicine
Personnel area: School of Medicine