Physician Assistant
This position is responsible for providing primary care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team-based approached to patient care. May specialize in a specific type of clinical care, such as pediatrics or geriatrics.
Essential job duties:
- Conducts physical examinations and/or mental health assessments to address preventive, acute, and chronic healthcare needs of patients
- Performs, orders, and interprets diagnostic procedures and CLIA waived lab tests
- Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with guidelines and state laws
- Records findings and develops a plan of action based on the patient’s health history and condition, and when necessary consults with other providers to prepare a comprehensive care plan
Education and experience:
- Graduation from a nationally-accredited Physician Assistant training program is required
- Successful completion of a national certification exam is required
- Nationally recognized and active certification is required
- Unrestricted Oregon license with prescriptive authority is required
- BLS and/or ACLS certification is required
To apply for this job email your details to zilkek@nhcoregon.org