Physician Assistant I - PD

Performs complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting, and evaluating diagnostic tests and examinations. Assumes on-going responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery. Diagnoses and treats both chronic and episodic disorders including complications of otherwise normal processes. Establishes and documents the health care plan and prognosis, maintaining records of each case that are sufficiently complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan. Initiates drug therapy, taking responsibility for such therapy when performed prior to consultation with a physician. Determines when the patient has recovered from the disorder and releases the patient.Qualifications: Basic Qualifications:- Three (3) years experience as a Physician Assistant- Graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Program.- Current California Physician Assistant license.- *National certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) (*Must be obtained from NCCPA for initial licensure, need not be maintained).-AHA BCLS- National Provider Identification Number (NPI) and be an approved Medicare provider.PreferredQualifications:- Assertive interpersonal skills interacting with peers, physicians and members in a confident and concise mannerNotes:- Required skills: Adult and Pediatric Ambulatory Care. Ability to work with physicians and members in a confident and concise manner. To function with minimal supervision, problem solve and make decisions in a fast pace environment. Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment. Will be responsible for assuring appropriate documentation, discharge instructions and arrangements for follow-up care.- Will be assigned to all of Family Medicine modules including Urgent Care, Surgical Urgent Care at the Orchard MOB, Rosecrans MOB, Cudahy MOB, Lynwood MOB, Whittier MOB, Primary Care Connections and/or Bellflower MOB.- Ability to work 4, 8, or 12 hour shifts, 7 days a week, weekends, days, evenings and holidays.- Hours may vary- Start time will vary depending on departmental needs- Other duties as needed