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Worksite - Physician Assistant / Physician Assistant - Full Time
Addison, Texas, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician Assistant
Specialty Urgent Care
Degree Required MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Academic/Training Program Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Foothill Ranch, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 11/13/14

Concentra is looking for talented professionals who will embrace and personify the Company values of:

*A Healing Focus

*A Selfless Heart

*A Tireless Resolve

Successful candidates will be those who exemplify the welcoming, respectful & skillful behaviors that support our Company focus on excellence in health, wellness, customer service and a passion for lifestyle change.

JOB SUMMARY:

Subject to medical protocols established by Physician Association (Association) and Chief Medical Officer of Concentra (Company) and in cooperation with other clinic/center physicians, if any, Physician Assistantor Physician Assistant provides primary medical direction and coordination of care within the occupational health program. Directly reports to Center or Regional Medical Director. Will be providingcareto employees at on-site clinic in accordance with Total Care model. Total Care includes some Urgent Care, Occupational Medicine, Primary Care and promotion of Wellness Program.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Supports center physicians and performs tasks traditionally performed by physicians
  • Engages in direct patient care:
    • Performs physical, mental status and medical history examinations; makes records of findings subsequently reviewed and countersigned by supervising physician
    • Orders and interprets laboratory studies/examinations to determine treatment, orders medication and other forms of treatment as ordered by the physician
    • Follows patient progress and makes changes in treatment as necessary
    • Applies local anesthetic, examines and cleans wounds, incises and drains abscesses and sutures
    • Performs duties as required by supervising physician
  • Assists in scheduling and coverage for Company or Association owned clinics/centers
  • Participates in the on call program to facilitate after hours and weekend case care
  • Works with Center Medical Director (CMD) to develop, implement and revise policy and helps ensure operations adhere to policy and standards of occupational medicine, Association and Concentra
  • Meets with Concentra physician leadership to review quality of care and participates in quality assurance processes
  • Develops or improves services delivered at the Center.
  • Participates in and assists with continuing education programs for physicians, nurses and other personnel employed by Association or Concentra
  • Recommends potential growth for new and/or existing services
  • Reviews and submits statistical reports on center activities to Concentra and Association as requested
  • Helps ensure centers compliance with licensing, certification and accrediting bodies.
  • Meets with employers to discuss health and safety needs and conducts work place on-site assessments
  • Calls client representatives following employee treatment for initial injury or return to work status

Concentra's Data Protection Commitment
* Concentra is committed to protect patient data and to ensure privacy of personal and medical information.
* Every Concentra colleague has the responsibility to adhere to data protection principles.
* If a colleague's role includes handling or processing sensitive data, role-specific policies and requirements apply to ensure the protection of patient information.


DEMONSTRATED JOB-RELATED SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

  • Working knowledge of laws and regulations governing rehabilitation services.
  • Working knowledge of workers compensation and clinical procedures/processes.
  • Working knowledge of diagnoses and treatment of occupational injuries.
  • Working knowledge of medical office administration and procedures.
  • Superior customer service and bed side manner skills.
  • Critical thinking, deductive reasoning and decision making skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Clinic environment.
  • Minimal travel.
  • Overtime as required.