Physician Assistant - SeaTac, WA

Wander Staffing; SeaTac (WA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 146,000; Part time

Job summary

Wander Staffing seeks three Physician Assistants for as-needed coverage at the Federal Detention Center in SeaTac, WA. Shifts are Mon-Fri 06:00–14:00, 8 hours with a 30-minute lunch; part-time, W2. U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident with residency in the U.S.

for 3 of 5 years preferred. BLS required; drug screen and background check, including fingerprinting, are required. Graduate of an ARC-PA-accredited PA program with an unrestricted license is necessary; at least 1 year of experience

Qualifications

• ARC-PA-accredited PA program graduate.
• Active, current, full, and unrestricted PA license in any U.S. state.
• At least one year of applicable experience.
• BLS (American Heart Association Healthcare Provider).
• Correctional experience preferred, not required.
• U.S. citizen or national, or lawful permanent resident seeking U.S. citizenship; must have lived in the U.S. for three of the last five years.
• Must pass a drug screen and law enforcement background check, including fingerprinting and a favorable credit report.
• Able to stand and walk most of the day and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Run daily sick call and the clinic’s daily operation, including health histories, recording findings, and clinical evaluations.
• Serve as the primary provider for new complaints, chronic care visits, and emergencies when clinically indicated.
• Provide emergency care when the physician isn’t present, including trauma care and lifesaving procedures.
• After consulting the physician, perform minor procedures such as incision and drainage, laceration repair, cyst removal, and ingrown toenail removal/repair.
• Prescribe medications and treatment, and flag drug interactions before dispensing.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including labs and imaging, and screening exams.
• Work with staff and physicians on care plans and chronic/complex problems; educate patients on health practices.

Education

ARC-PA-accredited PA program

PA license (unrestricted) in any U.S. state

BLS (American Heart Association Healthcare Provider)

U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status (seeking citizenship)

Residency requirements: lived in U.S. three of last five years

Drug screen & background check (fingerprinting & credit report)

Must be able to stand/walk most of the day; lift up to 25 lbs

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: SeaTac, WA 98198, Salary Range: $90.00 - $90.00 Hourly, Physician Assistant (PA) Needed at the Federal Detention Center in SeaTac, WA

THE SHORT

We need three (3) PAs for as-needed coverage at Federal Detention Center (FDC) SeaTac in SeaTac, WA. Mon-Fri, 06:00-14:00. Any state license. At least one (1) year of experience. U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents seeking citizenship.

LOCATION

Health Services Department, FDC SeaTac, 2425 S 200th St, SeaTac, WA 98198

START DATE / DURATION

2-year contract Note: The duration of the contract is between the government and Wander Staffing. As with any position, if life requires you to leave, please provide a 60-day notice.

COMPENSATION

Rate: $90/hr Part time, W2 If you report but can't work because of a facility delay (weather, power, security), you're paid for 4 hours, or the full day if asked to stay

SCHEDULE

• As-needed coverage when FDC SeaTac’s staff PAs are out (sick leave, annual leave, deployments, vacancies, training)
• Assignments may be one day or one week at a time
• Mon-Fri, 8 hours per day, 06:00-14:00, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch. Hours may be adjusted to meet the institution’s needs
• No work on federal holidays
• Maximum 40 hours per week.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an ARC-PA-accredited PA program at an accredited college or university
• Active, current, full, and unrestricted PA license in any U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or DC
• At least one (1) year of applicable experience
• BLS (American Heart Association Healthcare Provider)
• Correctional experience preferred, not required
• U.S. citizen or national, or lawful permanent resident seeking U.S. citizenship. Must have lived in the U.S. for three (3) of the last five (5) years
• Must pass a drug screen and law enforcement background check, including fingerprinting and a favorable credit report
• Able to stand and walk most of the day and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds

DUTIES

• Run daily sick call and the clinic’s daily operation, including health histories, recording findings, and clinical evaluations
• Serve as the primary provider for new complaints, chronic care visits, and emergencies when clinically indicated
• Provide emergency care when the physician isn’t present, including trauma care and lifesaving procedures
• After consulting the physician, perform minor procedures such as incision and drainage, laceration repair, cyst removal, and ingrown toenail removal/repair
• Prescribe medications and treatment, and flag synergistic, antagonistic, and cumulative drug effects before dispensing
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including labs (urinalysis, CBC, smears, blood glucose), hearing tests, preliminary x-ray reads, vision screening, ECGs, screening dental exams and dental x-rays, and mental health, drug, and alcohol screening
• Work with staff and consulting physicians on care plans and on managing chronic and complex problems, and teach patients good health practices
• Stay security-aware and keep a professional relationship with AICs. Don't give information to inmates; route it through the Clinical Director, HSA, or COR
• Wear professional attire (scrubs are fine; no open-toed shoes or sleeveless, see-through, or skin-tight clothing) and wear your badge at all times

WHY WORK WITH US

• Founded in 2018 by a retired Army Officer
• We are not a commercial staffing agency. We don't lock you in, "claim," or "present" you anywhere or share your information. There is never a non-compete.
• Find out more about us at www.WanderStaffing.com

QUESTIONS

Email Cierra Cole at [e-mail]

Wander Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in providing services or employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.