Physician Assistant

Company: USGP
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

USGP has an opportunity for a Physician Assistant (PA) to provide services to our military service members, their families, and veterans within the Dermatology Clinic at Naval Hospital Jacksonville, FL & the Naval Health Branch Clinic, Jacksonville, FL.Benefits:

• Competitive Pay $62.00/hr. + Health and Welfare Stipend
• Benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance and a 401K
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time available
• Holidays offSchedule: Naval Hospital Jacksonville: Monday - Sunday 24/7 Naval Branch Clinic: Monday Friday Qualifications:
  • Degree/Education: PA: Bachelor's degree. Graduate from an accredited college or university certified by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education of the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).
  • Certifications in addition to Basic Life Support: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
  • PA: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification. Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician s Assistants (NCCPA).
  • Experience: NH JAX Dermatology Clinic -possess one (1) year full-time experience within the last three (3) years as a PA in a Dermatology setting. NBHC JAX Clinic possess one (1) year full-time experience within the last three (3) years as a PA in a primary care setting seeing an adult patient population.
    • Board Certification: N/A
    • Licensure/Registration: PA: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Physician AssistantJob Duties: To include but not limited to:
      • Provide a full range of outcome-based nurse practitioner services in accordance with privileges granted by the MTF (e.g., supervise and provide general screening and medical care and examinations of patients for routine, acute and chronic conditions involving any and all organ systems; provide immunizations; diagnose, treat, and counsel patients as indicated).
      • Technically direct and teach other staff, provide evidenced-based educational lectures and participate in in-service training to staff members.
      • Diagnose and treat patients with common acute conditions, chronic illnesses, or minor trauma within accepted protocols, clinical practice guidelines, Nurse Practice Acts, and/or in consultation with a physician.
      • Promote preventive care and health maintenance including annual physicals, positive health behaviors and self-care through both formal and individual education and counseling.
      • Provide a full range of Physician Assistant services in primary and specialty medical care within the limits of their training and privileges granted by the MTF (e.g., supervise and provide general screening and medical care and examinations of patients for routine, acute and chronic conditions involving any and all organ systems; provide immunizations; diagnose, treat, and counsel patients as indicated).
      • Technically direct and provide care for a variety of diseases and types of injuries (i.e., acute, chronic and minor trauma), and the skills to recognize emergency conditions in order to diagnose, prescribe for and treat diseases, disorders and injuries, and refer the more complex cases and serious conditions to qualified medical personnel and perform designated treatment.
      • Technically direct and teach other staff, provide educational lectures and participate in in-service training to staff members.
      • Promote preventive care and health maintenance including annual physicals, positive health behaviors and self-care through both formal and individual education and counseling.
      • Prescribe in accordance with approved treatment protocols and the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee approved medications and immunizations.
      • Identify a medical problem and determine appropriate action to meet the problem, including referral to a physician.
      • Perform specific diagnostic and therapeutic practices and procedures in accordance with scope of practice.
      • Establish collaborative rapport with physician, nursing and others in order to promote and facilitate primary care services.
      • Teach patients and family member's healthy regimen and responsibility for achieving wellness.
      • Attend staff meetings to provide case discussion, continuing education, and continuous quality improvement.Physician Assistant (PA) NH JAX Dermatology Clinic:
        • Order diagnostic tests as applicable.
        • Analyze the results of the health care plan, modify the health care plan as needed, and implement and participate in follow-up.
        • Diagnose and treat several dermatology conditions such as, but not limited to, acne vulgaris, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis contact dermatitis, tinea pedis/cruiz/corpis, onychomycosis, photo damaged skin, actinic keratosis, seborrheic keratosis; identify melanoma, basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC).
        • Perform various dermatology procedures such as cryo-surgery to actinic keratosis, verrucea vulgaris, shave biopsy, simple wound closure, punch biopsy, injection of Keloids with Kenalog.
        • Participate in meetings to review and evaluate the care provided to patients, identify opportunities to improve the care delivered, and recommend corrective action when problems exist. Should a meeting occur outside of the HCW s regular working hours, the HCW shall be required to read and initial the minutes of the meeting.
        • USGP has an opportunity for a Physician Assistant (PA) to provide services to our military service members, their families, and veterans within the Dermatology Clinic at Naval Hospital Jacksonville, FL & the Naval Health Branch Clinic, Jacksonville, FL.At USGP, we are invested in the growth and support of the veterans, and their families, that we serve. In order to provide our best to the community, we are committed to nurturing and evolving our ever-growing diverse network of dedicated professionals and ensuring that our employees are valued for their efforts and able to grow as an individual and achieve their career goals. This is a great opportunity for a team player who is passionate about service and wants to grow their career through the unique knowledge gained by working at a federal facility.USGP is an Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran statusWe look forward to receiving your resume!Job Type: Full-timePay: $62.00 per hourBenefits:
          • 401(k)
          • Dental insurance
          • Flexible schedule
          • Health insurance
          • Paid time off
          • Vision insuranceMedical Specialty:
            • DermatologySchedule:
              • 10 hour shift
              • 12 hour shift
              • 8 hour shift
              • Day shift
              • Evening shift
              • Monday to Friday
              • Night shiftEducation:
                • Master's (Preferred)Experience:
                  • EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
                  • Dermatology: 1 year (Preferred)
                  • Primary Care: 1 year (Preferred)License/Certification:
                    • ACLS Certification (Required)
                    • BLS Certification (Required)
                    • PA License (Required)Ability to Commute:
                      • Jacksonville, FL (Required)Ability to Relocate:
                        • Jacksonville, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In personCompensation Information:Starting at $62.00 / Hourly

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