Walk-In Clinics - Physician Associate (PA-C) 100%

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care Walk-In Clinics in Iowa City is seeking a Physician Associate to deliver direct patient care across Iowa City/Corridor Walk-In Clinics (Urgent Care/Quick Care). This 100% position involves autonomy in medical decisions and educating healthcare students, with potential outreach to Quad Cities locations.

Scheduled evenings/weekends/holidays, with access to X-ray, IV fluids, and suturing capabilities.

Qualifications

• Licensed as PA in the state of Iowa.
• Demonstrated experience in area of clinical practice.
• Ability to effectively manage acutely ill patient population with autonomy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Current valid driver’s license and ability to meet Driving Policy standards.
• BLS, ACLS and PALS certification within first 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care and management for patients with autonomy in decision-making.
• Obtain medical history and perform physical examinations.
• Assess, diagnose and treat medical problems and record findings.
• Order medications and administer drugs.
• Direct other medical personnel in patient care and educate health care students.
• Participate in committees and maintain professional relationships.

Skills

Autonomy in medical decisions

Direct patient care

Educating healthcare students

Education

Licensed PA in Iowa

Tools

EPIC

Job description

The University of Iowa Healthcare Walk-In Clinics is seeking an 100% (40 hours a week) Physician Associate (PA) to primarily support our Iowa City/CorridorWalk-In Clinics (Urgent Care/Quick Care Clinics). Physician Associate performs direct patient care, including diagnostic and therapeutic services. Within the Physician Associate(PA)/Physician relationship, the PA will exercise autonomy in medical decision making and services provided. Our Physician Associate's will exercise autonomy in medical decision making and services provided. The PA's will also assist in educating healthcare students, as they rotate through the respective departments and divisions and will assist in research endeavors as appropriate. UI Walk-in Clinics provide care to try to save our patients a trip to the emergency room. We’re open evenings, weekends, and even some holidays. Our clinics are responsible to assess a wide variety of patients from newborn to geriatric and ensures patient care standards are met and provides access to additional care options not normally found at your traditional walk-in clinic, including X-rays, IV fluids, and stitches. This position is part of a dynamic and fast paced environment, rich with opportunities for learning and growth. We utilize a multidisciplinary approach to patient care that encourages teamwork between multiple disciplinary team to provide the most comprehensive care to our patients. We have multiple clinics throughout the corridor area, as well as two locations in the Quad Cities, allowing our patients to find a location that is convenient to them. This position reports to the Medical Director within the UI Healthcare Walk In Clinics and Lead APP within UI Community Clinics.

This position will mainly support Iowa City/Corridor sites but could also support other service lines/clinics based on clinical needs/hours, including our Quad Cities clinic sites.

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY:

Physician Associate performs direct patient care, including diagnostic and therapeutic services. Within the Physician Associate(PA)/Physician relationship, the PA will exercise autonomy in medical decision making and services provided. The PA will also assist in educating healthcare students, as they rotate through the respective departments and divisions and will assist in research endeavors as appropriate. This position reports to the Medical Director within the UI Community Clinics and Lead APP within UI Community Clinics.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide medical care and management for patients, exercising autonomy in medical decision-making and services provided in the Walk-In Clinics, will rotate to different Walk-in Clinics, and also utilize online telehealth platforms.
• Obtain medical history and perform physical examination.
• Assess, assist, diagnose and treat medical or surgical problems and record findings.
• Perform or assist in and interpret the performance of laboratory and related studies.
• Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, the suturing and care of wounds, removal of foreign bodies, ear and eye irrigation and other clinical procedures.
• Assist in arranging for continued care such as but not limited to: transfer to the Emergency Treatment Center; follow-up care or establishment of care with a primary care provider; and/or follow-up consultations (including referrals to appropriate specialty and subspecialty physicians as indicated by patients’ problems).
• Perform and screen results of special medical exams including but not limited to electrocardiogram, radiography, audiometric and vision screening, tonometry, and pulmonary function screening tests.
• Instruct and counsel patients regarding physical and mental health on matters such as diets, disease, therapy, and normal growth and development.
• Evaluate, treat, and institute procedures essential to providing an appropriate response to urgent medical problems.

Maintain awareness of health facilities, agencies, and resources in order to facilitate the appropriate referral of patients.

• Order medications and administer drugs.
• Direct other medical personnel and health professionals in the execution of patient care.
• Perform duties appropriate to a physician’s practice.
• Participate in educating health care students in various programs.
• Participate in committees within the division, department, College of Medicine and University of Iowa Health Care.
• Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.

Perform all other duties as assigned on a permanent or temporary basis.

• Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Ability to effectively transmit and interpret information through appropriate communication with internal and external customers.

WE CARE Core Values:

• Welcoming-We strive for an environment where everyone has a voice that is heard, that promotes the dignity of our patients, trainees, and employees, and allows all to thrive in their health, work, research, and education.
• Excellence- We aim to achieve and deliver our personal and collective best in the pursuit of quality and accessible healthcare, education, and research.
• Collaboration- We encourage collaboration with healthcare systems, providers, and communities across Iowa and the region, as well as within our UI community. We believe teamwork - guided by compassion - is the best way to work.
• Accountability- We behave ethically, act with fairness and integrity, take responsibility for our own actions, and respond when errors in behavior or judgment occur.
• Respect -We create an environment where every individual feels safe, valued, and respected, supporting the well‑being and success of all members of our community.
• Empowerment - We commit to fair access to research, health care, and education for our community and opportunities for personal and professional growth for our staff and learners.

Benefits Highlights:

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City/Corridor area (travel to other clinical locations including our Quad Cities clinic sites based on clinical needs/hours)

The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including double match retirement plan, paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits/fpsm .

Percent of Time: 100% (40 hours a week)

Schedule: Variable work hours between 7:00 AM-7:30 PM Sunday-Saturday, rotating weekend and holiday time. Clinical location could change based on the clinic need/hour.

Location: Iowa City/Corridor clinical sites and surrounding clinic locations,a including Quad Cities clinical sites (as needed).

Salary: $$90,261 - $163,045( Salary is based on years of experience)

Must comply with registration and licensure requirements as specified by the Iowa Board of Physician Assistant Examiners which include graduation from an accredited PA educational program and certification by the NCCPA.

REQUIRED Qualifications

Licensed as PA in the state of Iowa.

Demonstrated experience in area of clinical practice is required.

Demonstrated ability to effectively manage acutely ill patient population (of all ages) within a highly functioning unit/department.

Proved capacity to function with a high degree of autonomy while actively collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Demonstrated experience fostering a welcoming and respectful work environment.

Current valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the University Driving Policy Standards.

Availability to provide support at other clinical locations based on clinical hours/needs.

BLS, ACLS and PALS certification (obtained within first 6 months of employment).

Desired Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of acute patient care PA experience within Emergency Department, Urgent Care and/or Walk-In Clinic area(s), or Family Medicine.

Some knowledge of University policies and procedures desired.

Previous EPIC experience.

Comfortable with technology and leveraging video, or the desire to learn.

In order to be considered, applicants must uploadresume (under submission relevant materials)that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

The department intends to hire for one position from either Physician Assistant 26005822, or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner 26005821 , based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you wish to be considered or both.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Starting Salary Minimum: 90,261
• Starting Salary Maximum: 163,045

Contact Information

• Contact Name: Julia Stark

Equal opportunity employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .