Job Summary:
Prescribe your Future: Join our Medical Team!
University Health Services (UHS) is looking for an experienced Physician Assistant to join our primary care team. As a member of our team, you will play a critical role in providing exceptional patient care and support for the student population at UW-Madison. This position provides 100% direct clinical care to the UW student population and will operate mainly in the Primary Care clinic.
Responsibilities:
- 40% Assesses, diagnoses, and treats illnesses, and manages chronic health problems
- 15% Develops, implements, collects data, and evaluates health care services as directed by individual care plans
- 20% Develops individualized care plans based on medical assessments in accordance with medical best practices and established rules and regulations
- 15% Educates patients and their support systems on how to manage conditions and to promote the health and well-being of patients and those around them
- 10% May provide expertise, training, and guidance to the community, peers, and/or students
Education:
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Graduated from a Physician Assistant program
Preferred
Master's Degree
Qualifications:
- 2 years post training clinical experience
- Commitment to health promotion and primary care, interest in teaching and training, sensitivity to a diverse student community, and a demonstrated ability to provide culturally competent and sensitive medical services to a racially, ethnically, and culturally diverse population.
- Experience providing clinical assessment and treatment for acute illnesses, injuries, chronic problems, preventive care, and health counseling in an ambulatory setting.
- Preferred: Experience in evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries and office procedures including, but not limited to laceration repair, incision and drainage, skin biopsy, and ingrown toenail removal OR willingness to learn procedures.
- Experience in caring for patients with anxiety and depression.
- Experience and/or interest in caring for patients with disordered eating.
License/Certification:
Required
PA - Physician Assistant License
licensed in the state of Wisconsin or able to obtain WI license prior to start date
Required
BCLS - Basic Life Support
Work Type:
Full or Part Time: 80% - 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $95,824 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
How to Apply:
Please click on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process. You will be required to log in or create an account to continue. Please upload a cover letter and resume to apply. You will also be asked to provide the contact information for three professional references, one of which should be a current or former supervisor.
This vacancy is being announced simultaneously with job #307496 and job #307503. This posting is for candidates with the following credentials: Physician Assistant.
Please make sure your cover letter references your licensing status. Selected candidate must be licensed in the state of Wisconsin prior to start date.
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by November 15, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.
Contact:
Karin Butikofer
karin.butikofer@wisc.edu
608-890-2860
Official Title:
Physician Assistant(HS036)
Department(s):
A57-UNIV HEALTH SERVICES/CL SVCS/PRIMARY CARE
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
307427-AS
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies.
