Overview:
Are you ready to take your career to new heights? At Concentra, you will be a vital member of our patient care team and play a crucial role in providing exceptional care to our patients. Our mission is to improve the health of America's workforce, one patient at a time. Join us at Concentra and see how your clinical competency and compassion can make a meaningful difference in the lives of the patients you serve.
As a Physician Assistant, you will be subject to the medical protocols established by the Association and the Chief Medical Officer of Concentra and in cooperation with other physicians assigned to a clinic or "Center". The Physician Assistant shall provide primary medical direction and coordination of professional medical care within the occupational health program.
Responsibilities:
- Examine patients, compile patient medical data and results of examination.
- Administer or order diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests.
- Compile patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
- Interpret diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
- Perform therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infections.
- Instruct and counsel patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.
- Develop and implement patient management plans, record progress notes, and assist in provision of continuity of care.
- Assist in the development, implementation and revision of policies affecting medical practice judgment and quality of occupational health care.
- Assist in the development and presentation of education and instructional programs.
- Provide excellent customer service to all patients, clients, and peers while incorporating Orange Book values.
- Ensure accuracy when completing and executing tasks and performing quality assurance checks.
- Ensure accurate, concise, timely and complete documentation of results and paperwork.
- Provide an excellent, compassionate and warm patient experience regardless of patient volume.
- Manage time, prioritize and multi-task in a busy environment.
- Adapt to changing business needs such as scheduling and working additional/different hours/shifts when appropriate.
- Deliver quality care consistently in a busy clinical environment.
- Assist in other areas and do what is needed to ensure an excellent patient experience.
- Seek out opportunities for additional clinical training and self-development in order to consistently provide quality care.
- Effectively communicate with all patients, clients, supervisors and peers while incorporating Orange Book values.
- Listen to and understand internal and external client needs in order to act and address them.
- Commit to personal excellence and understand how daily work contributes to center operation as a whole.
- Hold self and others accountable, and assist others in order to achieve results.
Qualifications:- Bachelor’s degree in related health field from an accredited college or university.
- Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program).
- Passed the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE).
- Current licensed physician assistant in the state where employed and in accordance with state laws of practice.
- Must maintain work state physician assistant licensure throughout the course of employment.
Job-Related Experience:- Customarily has at least one year of demonstrated experience in occupational medicine, urgent care or an emergency setting.
Job-Related Skills/Competencies:- Concentra Core Competencies of Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative and Flexibility.
- Ability to make decisions or solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
- Outstanding customer service skills as well as the ability to deal with people in a manner which shows tact and professionalism.
- The ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information (including HIPAA and PHI) in accordance with federal and state laws and company policies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of occupational medicine requirements (state specific).
- Demonstrated working knowledge of clinical operations.
- Knowledge of laws and regulations that govern delivery of rehabilitation services.
- Knowledge of worker’s compensation and clinical procedures and all processes involved in the delivery of quality care.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills.
- Demonstrated willingness to participate in Continuing Medical Education.
Additional Data:This job requires access to confidential and critical information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Concentra is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
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