Physician Assistant

Full Job Description

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