Clinic Physician Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY: The Physician Assistant is responsible for providing patients with physical, mental, and emotional care.

This position is also responsible for maintaining the patients medical condition and evaluating medical care plans.

POSITION SUMMARY EXPANDED: Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act (The Unity Bill), this position is considered a Safety-sensitive position.

Safety-sensitive is defined to include any job that includes tasks or duties that could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others.

Employees working in safety-sensitive roles are subject to this exception and subject to disciplinary action in the event of a positive test for marijuana or its metabolites.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following: Provide comprehensive primary care to patients across the lifespan, including infants, children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.

Conduct physical examinations and assess patients' medical history.

Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses.

Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as laboratory work and imaging studies.

Prescribe medications and other treatments.

Perform procedures such as wound care, suturing, and injections.

Provide health coaching and education to patients and their families.

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.

Utilize evidence-based practice guidelines to provide high-quality care.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.

Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program.

The employee shall meet the requirements of the Oklahoma Board of Medical Medicine and be licensed to practice medicine without restrictions within the State of Oklahoma.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Required: Current PA license to practice in the State of Oklahoma by the State Boards with appropriate provider supervision.

Current DEA certification Current BLS certification Current ACLS certification Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) Knowledge of healthcare regulations and preventative measures (HIPAA confidentiality, infection spread, etc.), Exemplary customer service experience, including client relationships and job knowledge, Excellent oral and written communication skills, Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively; ability to think critically, Knowledge of quality control, Ability to exercise manual dexterity, control precision, and arm-hand steadiness accurately, Ability to be empathetic with patients; ability to maintain confidentiality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perf...