Job Title: Physician Assistant
Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 depending on experience
Locations: Van Nuys (91405) OR Canoga Park (91303)
Position Summary: We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physician Assistant to join our healthcare team. This role involves obtaining health histories, performing physical examinations and laboratory tests, and diagnosing and treating the physical, social, and emotional health needs of our clients. The Physician Assistant will work closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible care for patients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments, including obtaining medical histories and performing physical exams for adults and children (if appropriately trained).
- Administer medical services such as Pap smears, breast exams, and other preventive or diagnostic services as necessary.
- Counsel patients on birth control options and prescribe contraceptives as appropriate.
- Diagnose and treat a wide range of health conditions, collaborating with supervising physicians as needed.
- Write prescriptions and review diagnostic results, ensuring timely follow-up care.
- Provide health education and document educational activities as part of patient care.
- Assist with training and development of clinic staff.
- Participate in team meetings, quality assurance activities, and chart reviews to improve patient care.
- Offer backup support to the Nursing and Medical Directors, addressing patient inquiries, triaging walk-in patients, and responding to pharmacy and physician communications.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all clinic policies, including safety protocols and appearance standards.
- Treat all patients and employees with respect and professionalism in line with our non-discriminatory policies.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
- National Certification as a Physician Assistant.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Knowledge of nursing processes, medical assessments, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to perform emergency resuscitation and provide appropriate medical treatments.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
- Ability to pass a comprehensive background check.
Benefits:
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances)
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix Offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s).)
- 401k (eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1)
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Term Life Insurance Plan
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
