Physician Assistant - Urgent Care Ford

Owensboro Health; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Urgent Care in Owensboro, KY seeks a Physician Assistant to provide direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include taking histories, ordering and interpreting tests, prescribing or referring care, and educating patients and families. Some duties may involve OR assistance and accurate documentation. Per diem/PRN status with variable hours.

Qualifications

• Requires PA licensure in Kentucky upon hire.
• National certification (NCCPA) required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview, and examination.
• Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic procedures.
• Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other providers.
• Provides counseling and education of patients and families concerning preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.
• May coordinate registration functions and assist in operating room.
• Documents assessment and care plans accurately.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Prescriptive authority

Patient education

Documentation

History taking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Weekend Requirements: Two | Work Hours: 8:00AM-8:00PM | Status: Per Diem/PRN - 0.0 FTE (less than 40 hours per pay period) | Entity: Owensboro Health Medical Group | Department: Urgent Care OwensboroJob Summary:Under the supervision of a physician provides direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services.Job Responsibilities:Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview, and examination.Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic procedures.Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.May be required to perform preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations, and care.Provides accurate and timely documentation of assessment and patient care plan.May coordinate the registration functions including collecting and entering demographic, insurance, employer information, and co-payments.May assist in operating room.Skills and Attributes:Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.Works under direct supervision.Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Position Requirements:Work ExperienceNo experience requiredEducationBachelor's degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies required upon hire ORBachelor's degree or higher in related field required upon hireLicensure/Certification/RegistrationPhysician Asst - Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in the state of Kentucky required upon hire ANDNCCPA - National Physician Assistant certification through National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants required upon hireOrganizational Responsibilities:Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.Additional Job Information:This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.Standard ADA Settings:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Demands: (Clinical-Office/Clinic)Standing: FrequentlyWalking: FrequentlySitting: OccasionallyLifting 0-25 lbs.: RarelyLifting 25-75 lbs.: RarelyLifting over 75 lbs.: RarelyCarrying 0-25 lbs.: RarelyCarrying 25-75 lbs.: RarelyCarrying over 75 lbs.: RarelyPushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: FrequentlyPushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: OccasionallyPushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: OccasionallyClimbing: OccasionallyBending/Stooping: FrequentlyKneeling: OccasionallyCrouching/Crawling: OccasionallyReaching: FrequentlyTalking: FrequentlyHearing: FrequentlyRepetitive Foot/Leg Movements: RarelyRepetitive Hand/Arm Movements: FrequentlyKeyboard Data Entry: FrequentlyRunning: RarelyVision: Depth Perception: FrequentlyVision: Distinguish Color: FrequentlyVision: Seeing Far: FrequentlyVision: Seeing Near: FrequentlyHazardous Drug Risk Exposure:Risk Level: High-RiskOwensboro Health Core CommitmentsINTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.