The Physician Assistant provides direct ambulatory patient care, assesses health conditions, and develops treatment plans in collaboration with the medical team. They are responsible for maintaining high-quality medical standards, documenting patient history, and ensuring compliance with organizational and legislative requirements.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a degree as a Physician Assistant from an accredited program and possess a valid Washington state license and DEA license. Proficiency in EHR systems and MS Office is required, along with the ability to work in a high-volume clinical environment.
QualificationsSUMMARY: The Physician Assistant works under the direction of the Medical Director to fulfill the Colville Tribal Healthcare Authority mission. The Physician Assistant is responsible for providing ambulatory patient care as a health center clinician with a full panel of patients providing high quality medical care, meeting UDS benchmarks, contact compliance and strategic planning. Cultural sensitivity is a key component of this position. The Physician Assistant will perform their job duties in a professional manner while assuring that all the needs of the patients are met with a pleasant demeanor.
Essential
FUNCTIONS: Provides direct patient care as a health center clinician with a full panel of patients providing high quality medical care. Ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of medical care. Assess patient health condition and detect possible issues/medical condition. Works closely with other health programs to provide integrated care. Works as a team member to foster teamwork with clinical and non-clinical staff. Giving appropriate advice for healthy habits (diet, hygiene, etc.). Examination methodologies and diagnostics for patient care. Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and the patient’s medical history. Prescribe and interpret lab tests to obtain more information for underlying infections or abnormalities. Promoting Prevention through set UDS measures. Implementing a plan for follow up and next visits. Prescribe medications or drugs and provide comprehensive instructions for administration. Ensure patient is aware of and understands any new medication and /or dose changes and provide an updated order to pharmacy. Examine and provide treatments to injuries and refer patients to other practitioners when needed. Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for patients. Remain up-to-date with developments and best practices in medicine by attending conferences and seminars. Participates in meetings and committees as requested. Adhere to a standardized system of documentation. Complies and ensures compliance with applicable legislation, funding and organizational requirements, policies and procedures. Ensure confidential handling of sensitive team member information in line with data protection policies and laws. Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge,
SKILLS,
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ABILITIES: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required Degree as a Physician Assistant from an accredited program. Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Washington state licensure as a Physician Assistant. Must have current DEA license. HIPAA training within initial 90 days of employment. Blood borne pathogen training annually. Ability to understand, speak, communicate and read the English language. Ability to utilize RPMS and EHR proficiently. Requires ability to utilize a multi-line telephone with good telephone etiquette. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality. Well-developed human relation skills to convey technical concepts to others. Ability to communicate technical information and to interact with a wide variety of groups and individuals inside and outside the organization. Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work processes in a high-volume environment in order to meet schedules and timelines. Ability to analyze data from multiple information ports by comparing and contrasting data to draw a conclusion or to identify trends. Ability to communicate professionally in written, verbal, and non-verbal format while portraying a friendly tone, word choice, and body language. Ability to take initiative and be proactive in the duties of the position in order to meet mandated deadlines and to comply with goals and objectives. Valid Washington State Driver’s License is required and be insurable.
Physical
REQUIREMENTS: Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time. Manual and finger dexterity to complete duties. Ability to frequently bend, stoop, and reach. Ability to push and pull frequently. Ability to comprehend complex issues. Sufficient visual acuity to write, recognize printed materials, computer screen, and notice non-verbal behavior. Speech and hearing ability to project voice to small and large audiences, carry on telephone conversations, hear and grasp verbal communications and equipment prompts. Ability to drive in adverse weather conditions.
Note
Pursuant to Tribal Policy, if this position is safety sensitive it is subject to pre-employment drug testing. In addition, this position is subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing. TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED. If required of this position, you must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance. In addition, this position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances. If applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.
INFORMATION: Terri Mail, HR Generalist, Colville Tribal Health Care Authority, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155, (509) 846.3774. terri.mail.ohc@colvilletribes.com
