Physician Assistant- FT or PT

Description JOB SUMMARY

• Provide health exams and related medical services to Rimrock’s patients under supervision of the Medical Director. Assures adherence to state statutes and rules, CARF standards, and federal regulations including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2. Positively represents the organization and promotes Rimrock’s mission to the community.
• Essential
• FUNCTIONS: Provides admission health exams to all patients admitted to Rimrock Inpatient or Residential services within regulatory guidelines and adhere to prompt documentation guidelines. Prescribes and orders medication as indicated for all admitted patients for medication administration. Maintains records according to Rimrock and CARF standards. Assures that patients are screened for infectious diseases. Provides consultation/education to staff as needed. Conducts medication or other health-related groups as scheduled. Actively participates in PCM and daily staffing as assigned. Provides health screening for patients admitted to the Detoxification Unit. Provides evaluations, medications and follow-up services to patients with co-occurring disorders when scheduled.

Education/Training

BS Degree, Master of Physician Assistant Studies Degree.

Certificate or license

Licensed in State of Montana as Physician Assistant.

SKILLS

Empathy, ability to work with diverse patients in multiple settings, ability to organize and maintain personal schedule, writing and oral communication skills, computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft software including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Physical demands

Work is indoors in an office environment with moderate noise. Intermittent physical effort involving lifting of up to 25 pounds, walking and stooping is required. A typical workday involves sitting, frequent use of a keyboard, reaching with hands and arms, and talking and hearing, approximately 70% of the time. Approximately 30% or less of the time is spent standing. Normal vision abilities required, including close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work environment/Job locations

Involves everyday risk or discomfort requiring normal safety precautions in an office setting, meeting room and patient care areas. Work may involve mental and emotional stress. Some driving required. Will work primarily at Main Facility.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.