Physician Assistant
Physician Assistant
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$ 168032 - 178000
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Description
At DAP Health we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all. As a leading nonprofit health care provider we deliver compassionate highquality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County. Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health wellness programs and beyond with a focus on those who are most vulnerable. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate innovative organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. If youre looking for a dynamic and purposedriven environment we invite you to explore the opportunity to contribute to our mission.
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) or their designee the Physician Assistant provides highquality outpatient medical care for patients. Act as primary support to clinic physicians and perform routine medical treatment within the confines of the position.
Job Status: Fulltime Salaried Exempt
Duties/Responsibilities:
- PA/Nursing Intakes to be completed on all new patients.
- Triages new and existing patients to determine acuity of immediate complaint; assesses diagnoses and treats.
- Administers all diagnostic and treatment protocols.
- Prescribes appropriate medications and other prophylactics in consultation with clinic physicians.
- Evaluates and monitors all lab results and confers with patients as appropriate.
- Confers with patients on lab results and other appropriate medical information.
- Communicates relevant findings to clients CM.
- Communicates clearly and effectively with clients and other medical personnel.
- Ensures in collaboration with clinic physicians the successful provision of highquality primary medical care to clients regardless of ability to pay.
- Works closely with CMO physicians and other personnel in order to develop and maintain clear and concise treatment protocols.
- Accesses patientprotected health information as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to:
- Be sensitive to ethnic sex and cultural diversity in patients to be treated.
- Communicate effectively with clients.
- Communicate effectively with Health Center staff and all related departmental personnel.
- Bilingual/Bicultural preferred.
Education and Experience:
- Licensed Physician Assistant in the State of California
- Experience and knowledge in primary care medicines required.
- Knowledge and experience in the care and treatment of diseases associated with HIV infection preferred.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Operates in a clinical setting at times and requires frequent times of sitting standing repetitive motion and talking.
- Involves contact with patients or patient specimens. Exposure to blood body fluids and nonintact skin or tissue specimens required.
Other Duties
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of everything that is required of the employee for the job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Employment Type
Full-Time
