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OverviewWe are seeking a dedicated and skilled Physician Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality medical care to patients in a substance use disorder clinic. This position requires a strong commitment to patient care, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals. The candidate will enjoy early morning hours and a part-time schedule.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive physical examinations to obtain detailed medical histories from patients with addiction history.
- Collaborate with medical director on appropriateness of each new admission into the program.
- Coordinate care with patients Primary Care Provider and other providers in regards to additional diagnoses and prescribed medications.
- Provide oversight and guidance to nurses as necessary. Ability to assist lab technician with difficult venipuncture.
- Meet with active patients, as needed, to discuss patient medical concerns and make referrals as appropriate.
- Review patient laboratory findings and provide recommendations or referrals as appropriate.
- Collaborate with physicians and other clinic staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Perform data collection and analysis to support patient care decisions.
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Provide education to patients regarding their health conditions, treatment options, and preventive care strategies.
Skills
- Must be licensed to practice medicine in the state of Colorado
- Experience working in addiction medicine is an advantage.
- Experience working in a medical office setting with an understanding of medical records management.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
Join our team as a Physician Assistant where you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the health and well-being of our community. We look forward to your application!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $60.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Medical Specialty:
- General Practice
- Psychiatry
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
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