Advanced Practitioner openings in Northern, CA_x000D x000D_2 openings locations:x000D - Susanville CA - 85 miles north of Reno NVx000D - Westwood CA - Lake community (Plumas National Forest); 2 hrs east of Redding CA_x000D x000D_The Job:x000D - Full Timex000D - Permanentx000D - NP or PAx000D - Primary Care x000D - Rural Health Clinicsx000D - $110-150k based on experience & expertisex000D x000D _x000D_DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES_x000D_Meets with new residents to orient them about services, to identify needs, and to suggest local physicians and services._x000D_Sees ambulatory patients in the health services office for laboratory testing, examination, diagnosis, and treatment of chronic and acute episodic illnesses and minor injuries. Refers to physician as needed. Writes prescriptions and performs office procedures within the scope of expertise, protocols, and available equipment. Makes house calls when necessary. Schedules follow-up visits in office or unit as needed._x000D_Performs physical examinations (pap tests, etc.)._x000D_Conducts support groups in subjects related to physical and emotional health (i.e., challenge of change, dealing with loss, dealing with chronic illness as caregiver, etc.). Coordinates health promotional activities (providing printed information, routine testing, flu shots, mammograms, etc.)._x000D_Performs staff employment physicals, TB testing, etc. Examines staff after on-the-job accidents or injuries._x000D_Acts as a resource person for decisions, planning, and policies affecting the health of residents and staff._x000D_Maintains outpatient records. Records statistics and conducts research as deemed necessary by institution. Compiles reports concerning ambulatory care at facility._x000D_Collaborates with staff to identify patients' needs and to help develop plan to meet these needs._x000D_Serves as a member of committees dealing with health care.x000D _x000D_Group is actively recruiting a NPs or PAs for our established medical facilities located in Susanville and Westwood, California. This is a strictly outpatient, primary care practice setting. The schedule is Monday through Friday 8-5, with the option to work 4 10s. Urgent Care is open in Susanville on Saturdays. Typical patient volume is 13-16 patients per 8-hour shift or 20 patients in a 10-hour shift. You will have the opportunity to see patients of all age groups._x000D x000D_Summary_x000D_The Physician Assistant will plan, direct, and evaluate resident and employee health care in ambulatory health services; examine and treat chronic and acute episodic illnesses, minor injuries, accidents, and other injuries/illnesses; performs selected laboratory testing; offer referrals to physicians, write prescriptions, and perform office procedures within the scope of expertise, protocols, and available equipment. The Physician Assistant will also work with the medical director in the care and treatment of patients and staff._x000D x000D_Responsibilities _x000D_Meets with new residents to orient them about services, to identify needs, and to suggest local physicians and services._x000D_Sees ambulatory patients in the health services office for laboratory testing, examination, diagnosis, and treatment of chronic and acute episodic illnesses and minor injuries. Refers to physician as needed. Writes prescriptions and performs office procedures within the scope of expertise, protocols, and available equipment. Makes house calls when necessary. Schedules follow-up visits in office or unit as needed._x000D_Ability to accurately diagnose common medical problems and initiate treatment or make referral to physician as indicated_x000D_Skill to recognize and evaluate situations that call for a physician's immediate attention and, when necessary, initiate treatment procedures_x000D_Experience with accurately documenting findings, notes, and results in an Electronic Health Records system_x000D_Maintaining effective working relationships with patients, public, staff, and other departments and agencies_x000D_Demonstrated interpersonal and written communication skills_x000D_Team oriented; dedicated to collaborative and collective accomplishments consistent with the Agency's priorities and goals_x000D x000D_Qualifications_x000D_One (1) year of experience in an acute care environment required (will consider training newly graduated PA if operational conditions allow)_x000D_Critical thinking skills and computer skills required_x000D_Current ACLS and BLS certifications required (must be certified through the American Heart Association)_x000D_Graduation from an accredited college or university Physician Assistant program_x000D_Possession of a Certificate or Letter of Approval to practice as a Physician Assistant issued by the California Board of Medical Examiners_x000D x000D_Benefits_x000D_NHSC Loan Repayment_x000D_Relocation_x000D_Possible Sign On_x000D_Medical, Dental, Vision_x000D_Medical license fees and DEA paid by employer_x000D_Generous PTO_x000D_Life Insurance_x000D_CME Allowance_x000D_Malpractice paid_x000D_Relocation Expenses up to $5000.00
