Primary Care and Urgent Care Physician Assistant

• Graduation from NCCPA accredited program.
• NCCPA certification
• Minnesota Physician Assistant licensure
• Four years patient care experience in a hospital or clinic setting to include knowledge and skills appropriate to specific medical discipline.
• DEA certification
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting a culture that respects and advances diversity and inclusion.

• Experience working with individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Management of Mental health, including ADHD
• Second language (Boynton sees many international students, particularly from Asian countries)

• The Clinic PA also works within the approved protocols established by Boynton Health and within the PA’s scope of practice or expertise.
• Promote a safe, equitable, and respectful environment in which concerns can be addressed effectively.
• The scope of practice for the clinic PA may include, but is not limited to, the following for which privileges are granted annually:
  • Performing physical examinations including well women annual examinations and pap smears.
  • Diagnosing and treating illnesses, infectious diseases and minor trauma
  • Diagnosing, treating and managing chronic illnesses.
  • Taking patient histories.
  • Interpreting and evaluating patient data.
  • Ordering or performing diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures which include biopsy, minor surgery and wound care.
  • Prescribing prescription and nonprescription medications and medical devices.
  • Providing contraceptive services.
  • Educating patients on health promotion, disease prevention, current treatments, importance of patient compliance, and answering patient questions.
  • Making patient referrals to other providers within Boynton and outside of Boynton to facilitate treatment plan.
  • Arranging follow-up to review lab or test results with patients, via appointments, phone calls, letters, or secure message.
  • Creating, maintaining patient record and documenting all aspects of the encounter including, but not limited to: history, physical exam and treatment plan within the Electronic Health Record.
  • Consult with other physicians and/or health care professionals as needed to confirm difficult diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment plan.
  • Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional growth by involvement in peer review and the review of protocols and procedures; participate in continuing education.
  • Work as assigned in Gopher Quick Clinic to provide timely and quality episodic care for minor acute conditions.
  • Provide both telemedicine and in-person care
  • Other responsibilities as needed.

• The Urgent Care PA works within the approved Urgent Care protocols established by Boynton Health and within the PA’s scope of practice or expertise.
• The scope of practice for the Urgent Care PA may include, but is not limited to, the following:
• Diagnosing and treating common, acute illnesses, infectious diseases and minor trauma
• Evaluating and treating exacerbations of chronic conditions or diseases.
• Performing minor out-patient surgical procedures including, but not limited to:
  • I&D of abscesses and cysts
  • Placement of sutures/staples for lacerations
  • Removal of foreign bodies
• Stabilizing and transferring patients to the Emergency Department for patients with emergent medical conditions.
• Prescribing and ordering prescription and non-prescription medications.
• Ordering and interpreting plain radiographs.
• Ordering and interpreting laboratory studies
• Ordering and interpreting EKGs
• Ordering and dispensing durable medical equipment
• Ordering IV Fluids, IM/IV Medications, Epinephrine, Diphenhydramine
• Assessing acute mental health concerns and providing appropriate treatment or triage
• Making patient referrals to other providers within Boynton and outside of Boynton to facilitate treatment plan.
• Arranging follow-up appointment, phone calls or secure messaging to review lab or test results with patients.
• Creating, maintaining patient record and documenting all aspects of the encounter within the electronic health record.
  • Ordering medications within the electronic health record
  • Ordering lab studies and imaging studies within the electronic health record
  • Ordering internal and external referrals within the electronic health record
  • Ordering Office Services such as medication, IV Fluids, orthopedic supplies within the electronic health record
• Consult with other physicians and/or health care professionals to confirm difficult diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment plan.
• Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional growth by involvement in peer review and the review of protocols and procedures; participates in continuing education.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

• Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional growth by involvement in peer review and the review of protocols and procedures; participates in continuing education.
• Serve and communicate effectively with students, staff, and faculty from diverse backgrounds, communities, and cultures.
• Assist in mentoring and supervision of the clinical work of nursing staff.
• Practice Collegiality: Be helpful, respectful, approachable, and team oriented; build strong working relationships and a positive work environment
• Promote a safe, equitable, and respectful environment in which concerns can be addressed effectively.

About Boynton Health, Primary Care

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Boynton Health serves the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, providing comprehensive health care with a public health approach to campus well-being.

Our goal is to provide the highest quality of care for you in a culture that supports equity, inclusion and respect. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of University of Minnesota students and the campus community. Our vision is to be the healthiest campus in the nation.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your “My Job Applications” page and uploading documents in the “My Cover Letters and Attachments” section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.