Physician Assistant - Primary Care

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; New Philadelphia (OH); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Ohio is seeking a health professional to provide comprehensive primary care services to a defined panel of veterans.

The incumbent will lead a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) and collaborate with an interdisciplinary staff to deliver high-quality care. The provider will conduct histories, exams, and ordering of labs, developing treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions within the scope of Medicine, with opportunities for telework not available and a

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care services to a defined panel of patients
• Perform history taking, physical examination, and ordering of labs and diagnostic studies
• Develop and implement treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions within Medicine scope
• Lead a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) and collaborate with RNs, LPNs, and clerical staff
• Document patient care accurately in clinical records
• Coordinate referrals to specialists and monitor team performance to meet VA standards
• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care and maintain excellent communication with patients and staff
• Duties may include supporting operations at the main hospital or other sites as needed
• Engage in continuous improvement of care processes and participate in VA performance measures

Job description

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

Duties

• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• The successful candidate will have a high level of medical knowledge and possesses all the qualities for providing comprehensive and compassionate care for "those who served"
• The position calls for excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and offers input into projects pertaining to the development of the clinic
• Will provide comprehensive primary care services to a defined panel of patients
• Duties include history taking - physical examination - ordering laboratories and diagnostic studies - diagnosis and formulation of treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions within the scope of Medicine practice
• This provider (MD - DO - NP or PA) is the leader of a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) (physician - RN - LPN - and clerical associate) which provides direct care for Veterans enrolled in Primary Care
• This provider is assigned responsibility for a panel of patients at a specific location
• However - the provider may be asked on some occasions to assist in patient care or administrative duties at the main hospital or at another site
• Provides clinical examination - diagnosis - and treatment of acute and chronic diseases - preventive care - and coordination of care for a panel of primary care patients
• Appropriate documentation of patient care in clinical records is expected
• The physician refers to specialists when additional input and treatment outside of the scope of the physician's experience and training is required
• Responsible for monitoring PACT team performance to assess adherence to VA standards - assure quality and effectiveness of care - and meet VA performance measures
• Outstanding customer service is expected
• Leads the team in assisting the patient advocate and administration in resolving patient concerns and inquiries
• Exercises medical decision-making and provides a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services for a specific group of patients
• Must have excellent communication skills and relations with staff and community and is able to elicit cooperation from others
• The primary care provider serves as a member of a larger multidisciplinary treatment team which includes social work - pharmacy - mental health - nutrition - and on occasion - other services
• Performs other duties as assigned
• This provider reports to the local medical director or associate chief of staff for primary - who in turn is under the direct supervision of the Chief of Staff
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday from 8:00AM to 4:30PM Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Contact [e-mail] - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
• Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized