Physician Assistant

University of Utah • Salt Lake City, UT, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 3m ago

Physician Assistant

Job Summary

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Position Overview: The Intensive Outpatient Clinic (IOC) at University of Utah Health is seeking a qualified Physician Assistant to be an integral part of an interdisciplinary team of medical and behavioral health professionals delivering exceptional patient-centered care for a targeted population of individuals with complex medical and psychosocial needs. Providing comprehensive and integrated care, the IOC aims to improve clinical outcomes and decrease the overall cost of care for the population we serve.

This position provides both primary and specialty medical services in a University Health clinic or hospital unit and works collaboratively with the medical and behavioral health teams to deliver comprehensive care oriented around treating the bio-psycho-social needs of the IOC patient population. Clinical activities include, but are not limited to: Ambulatory Office Visits with History & Physical Exam review, Telehealth Visits, Supporting Care Coordination, and Medication Management. The ideal candidate will also have a working knowledge of trauma and substance use disorders.

The IOC exclusively serves a Medicaid population and operates under a capitated model with the University of Utah Health Plans. This position reports to the IOC Medical Director and will support the IOC patient population and the clinic team located at the University of Utah Population Health Center near Rose Park.

Responsibilities

Takes complex medical histories on patients referred for consultation by academic and community physicians.
Performs physical examinations.
Orders laboratory tests, x-rays, special imaging studies and other diagnostic procedures.
May perform bone marrow aspirations and biopsies, skin biopsies, lumbar punctures; administers intrathecal chemotherapy; and may participate in bone marrow harvests.
Monitors the level of and adjusts immunosuppressive medications.
Orders and supervises the administration of blood products.
Reaches tentative diagnosis of medical, surgical and other conditions.
Develops treatment plans in conjunction with attending physician to provide optimal patient medical management.
Participates in continuing medical education to include specialty and sub-specialty meetings, clubs, boards and conferences.
Assists in the collection of data for research projects.
Orders consultations and interacts with members of other specialty medical teams.
Participates in special projects and committee functions.
Works collaboratively on the interdisciplinary team - making sound clinical recommendations that align with and support each patient's psychosocial goals.
Delivers high-quality, exceptional, and tailored care as described in the IOC's policies and procedures and at the University of Utah standard of care.
Oversees and supervises Physician Assistants, Interns, and Other Learners within their area(s) of assignment.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

Current licensure to practice as a Physician's Assistant from the State of Utah.
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Preferred:

Certification in ACLS/BLS/NRP/ATLS may be required by your department or by privileging criteria.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Multilingual job candidates welcomed

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN40185B

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Work Schedule Summary:

Department: 00728 - U of U Medical Group

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: $115,000 - $135,000

Close Date: 12/24/2024

Open Until Filled: