Physician Assistant Float

GoHealth Urgent Care; Lawrence (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

GoHealth Urgent Care in Central Indiana is seeking a Physician Assistant Float to provide a broad range of clinical services for patients of all ages. You will assess, diagnose, and treat acute conditions, deepening expertise in urgent care settings.

The role requires a Master’s in PA studies and NCCPA certification, with at least one year of full-time urgent care experience, and proficiency in suturing, splinting, and casting. EMR familiarity and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited PA program and NCCPA certification are required.
• Minimum 1 year of full-time experience as a licensed PA or NP in urgent care or EM setting.
• Experience treating both pediatric and adult patients is required.
• Proficiency in suturing, splinting and casting is required.
• Ability to read EKGs and X-rays is expected.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical exams and review patient histories.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging.
• Diagnose conditions and prescribe appropriate treatments.
• Perform minor procedures including suturing, splinting, and casting.
• Document patient encounters and treatment plans in the EMR.
• Educate patients on care and prevention; coordinate referrals as needed.

Skills

Suturing

Splinting

Diagnostic skills

Communication

Independent work

Education

Master's degree (PA)

NCCPA Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Telemedicine platforms

Medical billing systems

Job description

You're more valuable than ever - And that's just how we'll make you feel.

Physician Assistant Float - Urgent Care

Location: Central Indiana

About Us

Community Health Network , one of the nation's leading healthcare providers, and GoHealth Urgent Care, a consumer-centric on-demand care company, have partnered to deliver high-quality urgent care across the Central Indiana region.

At Community Health-GoHealth Urgent Care , we place the needs of our patients first-providing an effortless experience, a welcoming culture of care, and seamless integration with market-leading health systems and our communities. We would love for you to become a member of our team!

About the Role

As a Physician Assistant (PA)- Float , you will provide a broad range of clinical services to patients of all ages. You'll treat acute episodic conditions such as sore throats, colds, flu-like symptoms, cuts, sprains, and minor infections. You'll work independently or alongside a physician, using your clinical expertise to assess, diagnose, and treat patients, while recognizing when to escalation care to emergency services.

Essential Responsibilities

• Conduct physical exams and review patient medical histories
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging
• Diagnose conditions and prescribe appropriate treatments or medications
• Perform minor procedures including suturing, splinting, and casting
• Document patient encounters and treatment plans in the EMR
• Educate and counsel patients on care and prevention
• Administer vaccinations and refer patients to specialists as needed
• Work scheduled shifts of hours as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of full-time experience as a licensed NP or PA in an Urgent Care or Emergency Medical setting (required)
• Experience treating both pediatric and adult patient populations (required)
• Comfortable performing minor procedures including suturing, casting, and splinting (required)
• Proficient in preliminary reads of EKGs and X-rays (required)

Physician Assistants:

• Master's degree from an accredited PA program (required)
• NCCPA Certification (required)

Required Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in urgent care procedures (e.g., suturing, splinting)
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attentive listening and patient engagement

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Multilingual communication skills
• Familiarity with telemedicine platforms
• Basic understanding of medical billing and coding

Note: This job description is not inclusive of all duties and responsibilities.

All qualified persons are granted an equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, medical condition, family care leave status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status. The company will comply with all fair employment laws in each of the jurisdictions where we conduct business.

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