Physician Associate

Lane County; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Lane County seeks a Physician Assistant to join its interdisciplinary primary care team at Charnelton Clinic, delivering comprehensive care within a patient-centered medical home model to a diverse community. The clinician will evaluate patients and provide education and referrals as part of a collaborative team.

The position requires one year of PA experience and an Oregon PA license. Travel between clinic locations during onboarding is expected; bilingual compensation may be available after

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with major course work in primary care for physician assistants.
• One year of licensed Physician Assistant experience.
• State of Oregon PA license prior to appointment.
• Valid driver’s license at time of application and Oregon license by appointment if required to drive.
• Current BLS/CPR certification and required credentialing documents (DEA, NPI, license verification).

Responsibilities

• Provide professional, comprehensive primary medical care within a team-based patient-centered medical home.
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of health conditions; provide education and referrals as appropriate.
• Deliver care in a community health setting with interdisciplinary team collaboration.

Skills

Clinical experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent (PA)

Job description

The Community Health Centers of Lane County (CHCLC) is seeking a Physician Assistant to be part of an interdisciplinary team that provides primary care within the Patient Centered Medical Home model. This mission driven individual will work as part of an interdisciplinary team at our Charnelton Clinic. They will provide professional, comprehensive primary medical care and treatment services to a diverse population of patients in a community health center setting using a team based approach. The Physician Assistant diagnoses and treats a wide variety of health conditions, provides education and referrals for patients as appropriate, and performs related duties as assigned.

About this Position

The clinician medically evaluates patients and assesses their medical status in the clinic; determines the clinical need for medications and prescribes medication as a part of a treatment program; discusses case management practices and techniques with health care professionals; provides information, consultation and assistance to other health care professionals as part of a patient centered medical home team and provides appropriate medical records documentation on all patients in accordance with policy. The position may be eligible for additional bilingual compensation upon completion of a bilingual exam. All candidates are encouraged to apply and explore this opportunity.

About the Division

The Community Health Centers of Lane County (CHCLC) is a dynamic, growing organization that has been providing comprehensive primary care and behavioral health services to the citizens of Lane County since 2004. We operate eight primary care clinics in which we provide a broad array of services to adults and children that are organized around care teams who work collaboratively to support our patients. Our integrated care teams include primary care providers, nurses, pharmacists, medical assistants, patient care coordinators, community health workers, and behavioral health specialists. This model of primary care prioritizes the patient, who has increased access to other services beyond general medical care at our clinics. Our care teams also help patients reach their optimal health status by addressing social determinants of health barriers to care such as transportation, food insecurity, or housing. The CHCLC provide affordable primary care for the whole family – infants, children, adolescents, adults, and seniors – as well as alternative services such as acupuncture, and preventative dental services. At the Community Health Centers of Lane County, we focus on integrated care that values the whole person. Our services encompass not only treatment and prevention of illness, but also health education and behavioral health services.

We also provide preventative dental services to children in schools, Head Start, and WIC locations throughout Lane County. CHCLC provides services to approximately 30,000 individuals each year and is a primary source of care for uninsured and underinsured individuals. CHCLC is a Federally Qualified Health Center whose mission is to serve the community by offering excellent care and eliminating barriers to healthcare. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about working in a team environment to provide care to a diverse population with the goal of improving the health and well-being of our community.

** Please note - travel between all of our clinic locations will be required during on-boarding and training period **

Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm

*This is an AFSCME Nurses represented position*

Training

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with major course work in primary care program for physician assistants.

Experience

• One year of responsible licensed Physician Assistant experience.

An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Licensing Requirements

• Possession of a State of Oregon license as a Physician Assistant at the time of appointment.

DRIVER'S LICENSE

• Possession of a valid driver's license at time of application and a valid Oregon Driver's License by the time of appointment if required to drive.

When submitting credentialing documents the following will be required:

• State of Oregon Nursing License including dispensing privileges- (copy of original or web document) License must reflect Oregon address by time of hire.
• Diploma
• Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Certificate
• Certificate or Credentialing by a nationally recognized authority
• National Provider Identifier (NPI)
• Current BLS/CPR

Notes

• This position is subject to an ODHS ORCHARDS background check.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test.
• Please note that as part of the screening process Lane County will verify license and certification status*

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2025 - 2027 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

Trauma Informed Care Statement

Lane County Health & Human Services is committed to providing Trauma Informed Care. As an organization, we recognize that many of the people we serve have experienced trauma, either currently, recently or in their past. Our agency is dedicated to incorporating an understanding of trauma, both with our clients and with each other. Our employees receive ongoing training to develop or deepen their understanding of trauma and its impacts.

Veteran Preference Information

Veterans' Preference

Under Oregon law, armed forces veterans may be eligible for preference in employment or promotion, if you think you qualify please submit a copy of your DD214 or 215 (long form / Member Copy-4) that reflects your honorable separation status, and if disabled, a public employment preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. These documents must be electronically attached to your online job application, at the time of submittal, to receive preference. If we do not receive the necessary information as described, we will NOT be able to grant you veteran points/preference you request.