Full Job Description
USGP has an opportunity for a PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT to provide services to our military service members, their families, and veterans with the AVIATION MEDICINE CLINIC at LANGLEY, VA
Benefits:
· Competitive Pay – $66.00/hr. + Health and Welfare Stipend
· Benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance and 401K
· Paid Time Off and Sick Time Available
· Schedule: Monday to Friday 0730 – 1630, 0800 – 1700, or 0815 – 1715.
Qualifications:
· Degree/Education: Graduate from an accredited college or university certified by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education of the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).
· Certifications in addition to Basic Life Support: Possess and maintain currentAdvance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification. Physicians not currently certified in ACLS, will still be eligible, but shall obtain certification within three (3) months of start date. Possess and maintain Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification. Physicians not currently certified in NRP, will still be eligible, but shall obtain certification within three (3) months of start date. Possess and maintain Advance Life Support Obstetrics (ALSO) certification. Physicians not currently certified in ALSO, will still be eligible, but shall obtain certification within six (6) months of start date.
· Experience: 1 year of experience within the last 2 years.
· Licensure/Registration: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant
Job Duties:
To include but not limited to:
· Provide a full range of Physician Assistant services in primary and specialty medical care within the limits of their training and privileges granted by the MTF (e.g., supervise and provide general screening and medical care and examinations of patients for routine, acute and chronic conditions involving all organ systems; provide immunizations; diagnose, treat, and counsel patients as indicated).
· Technically direct and provide care for a variety of diseases and types of injuries (i.e., acute, chronic and minor trauma), and the skills to recognize emergency conditions in order to diagnose, prescribe for and treat diseases, disorders and injuries, and refer the more complex cases and serious conditions to qualified medical personnel and perform designated treatment.
· Technically direct and teach other staff, provide educational lectures and participate in in-service training to staff members.
· Promote preventive care and health maintenance including annual physical, positive health behaviors and self-care through both formal and individual education and counseling.
· Prescribe in accordance with approved treatment protocols and the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee approved medications and immunizations.
· Identify a medical problem and determine appropriate action to meet the problem, including referral to a physician.
· Perform specific diagnostic and therapeutic practices and procedures in accordance with scope of practice.
· Establish collaborative rapport with physicians, nursing and others in order to promote and facilitate primary care services.
· Teach patients and family members’ healthy regimen and responsibility for achieving wellness.
· Attend staff meetings to provide case discussion, continuing education, and continuous quality improvement.
At USGP, we are invested in the growth and support of the veterans, and their families, that we serve. In order to provide our best to the community, we are committed to nurturing and evolving our ever-growing diverse network of dedicated professionals and ensuring that our employees are valued for their efforts and able to grow as an individual and achieve their career goals. This is a great opportunity for a team player who is passionate about service and wants to grow their career through the unique knowledge gained by working at a federal facility.
USGP is an Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status
We look forward to receiving your resume!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $66.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Cardiology
- Neonatology
- Ob/Gyn
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Hampton, VA 23665: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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