UICC Walk-In Clinics Physician Assistant PA-C 60
UICC Walk-In Clinics Physician Assistant PA-C 60
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The Department of Family Medicine with The University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics/University of Iowa Community Clinics is seeking 60 24 hours a week) Physician Assistant (PA) to support our WalkInClinics (Urgent Care/QuickCare Clinics). Physician Assistant performs direct patient care including diagnostic and therapeutic services. Within the Physician Assistant (PA)/Physician relationship the PA will exercise autonomy in medical decision making and services provided.Our Physician Assistants will exercise autonomy in medical decision making and services provided. The PAs will also assist in educating healthcare students as they rotate through the respective departments and divisions and will assist in research endeavors as Walkin Clinics provide care totry to save our patients atrip to the emergency room. Were open evenings weekends and even some holidays. Our clinics are responsible to assess a wide variety ofpatients from newborn to geriatric and ensurespatient care standards are met andprovides access to additional care options not normally found at your traditional walkin clinic including Xrays IV fluids and position is part of adynamic and fast paced environment rich with opportunities for learning and growth. We utilize a multidisciplinary approach to patient care that encourages teamwork between multiple disciplinary team to provide the most comprehensive care toour patients. We have several locations throughout the corridor area to provide convenience for our patients to find one near where they live or position reports to the Medical Director within the UI Community Clinics and Lead APP within UI Community Clinics.
This position will mainly support Quad Cities sites but could also support other service lines/clinics based on clinical needs/hours including Iowa City/Corridor clinic sites.
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BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY:
Physician Assistant performs direct patient care including diagnostic and therapeutic services. Within the Physician Assistant (PA)/Physician relationship the PA will exercise autonomy in medical decision making and services provided. The PA will also assist in educating healthcare students as they rotate through the respective departments and divisions and will assist in research endeavors as appropriate. This position reports to the Medical Director within the UI Community Clinics and Lead APP within UI Community Clinics.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide medical care and management for patients exercising autonomy in medical decisionmaking and services providedin the WalkIn Clinics will rotate to different Walkin Clinics and also utilize online telehealth platforms.
- Obtain medical history and perform physical examination.
- Assess assist diagnose and treat medical or surgical problems and record findings.
- Perform or assist in and interpret the performance of laboratory and related studies.
- Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections immunizations the suturing and care of wounds removal of foreign bodies ear and eye irrigation and other clinical procedures.
- Assist in arranging for continued care such as but not limited to: transfer to the Emergency Treatment Center; followup care or establishment of care with a primary care provider; and/or followup consultations (including referrals to appropriate specialty and subspecialty physicians as indicated by patients problems).
- Perform and screen results of special medical exams including but not limited to electrocardiogram radiography audiometric and vision screening tonometry and pulmonary function screening tests.
- Instruct and counsel patients regarding physical and mental health on matters such as diets disease therapy and normal growth and development.
- Evaluate treat and institute procedures essential to providing an appropriate response to urgent medical problems.
- Maintain awareness of health facilities agencies and resources in order to facilitate the appropriate referral of patients.
- Order medications and administer .
- Direct other medical personnel and health professionals in the of patient care.
- Perform duties appropriate to a physicians practice.
- Participate in educating health care students in various programs.
- Participate in committees within the division department College of Medicine and University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.
- Maintain effective working relationships with faculty staff students and the public.
- Perform all other duties as assigned on a permanent or temporary basis.
Service Excellence/Customer Focus
- Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Ability to effectively transmit and interpret information through appropriate communication with internal and external customers.
WE CARE Core Values:
- WelcomingWe strive for an environment where everyone has a voice that is heard that promotes the dignity of our patients trainees and employees and allows all to thrive in their health work research and education.
- Excellence We aim to achieve and deliver our personal and collective best in the pursuit of quality and accessible healthcare education and research.
- Collaboration We encourage collaboration with healthcare systems providers and communities across Iowa and the region as well as within our UI community. We believe teamwork guided by compassion is the best way to work.
- Accountability We behave ethically act with fairness and integrity take responsibility for our own actions and respond when errors in behavior or judgment occur.
- Respect We create an inclusive environment where every individual feels safe valued and respected supporting the wellbeing and success of all members of our community.
- Empowerment We commit to fair access to research health care and education for our community and opportunities for personal and professional growth for our staff and learners.
Benefits Highlights:
Regular salaried position located inIowa City/ Corridor area (travel to other clinical locations based on clinical needs/hours including Quad Cities as needed)
The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package including double match retirement plan paid holiday vacation and sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: of Time: 60 24 hours per week)
Schedule: Variable hours will be accomplished between Monday Friday 7:00 AM 9:30 PM and Saturday Sunday 7:00 AM 7:30 PM rotating weekends and holiday time no oncall time clinical location could change based on the clinic need/hour.
Location: Iowa City IA and surrounding clinic locations including Corridor and Quad Cities area (as needed)
Salary: $51048 $92211Salary is based on years of experience
Must comply with registration and licensure requirements as specified by the Iowa Board of Physician Assistant Examiners which include graduation from an accredited PA educational program and certification by the NCCPA.
REQUIRED Qualifications
- Licensed as PA in the state of Iowa
- Minimum of oneyear experience in an urgent care or acute care environment (Urgent Care Emergency Department/Trauma Center)
- Demonstrated experience in area of clinical practice is required
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage acutely ill patient population (of all ages) within a highly functioning unit/department
- Proved capacity to function with a high degree of autonomy while actively collaborating within a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
- Demonstrated experiencefostering a welcoming and respectful work/academic environment.
- Current valid drivers license and the ability to meet the University Driving Policy Standards
Desired Qualifications
- Minimum 1 3 years of PA experience within acute patient care experience within Emergency Department Urgent Care and/or WalkIn Clinic area(s).
- Some knowledge of University policies and procedures desired.
- Comfortable with technology and leveraging video or the desire to learn.
In order to be considered applicantsmust uploadresume(under submission relevant materials)that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information please contact.
Successful candidates will be required to selfdisclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
The department intends to hire for one position from either Physician Assistant requisitionor Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner requisitionbased on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you wish to be considered or both.
Employment Type
Part-Time
