Convenientmd
Physician Assistant/Associate (PA) - Urgent Care (Per Diem)
Belfast, Maine, United States. Posted 2 months ago
The role
The Lead Provider acts as a clinical leader and mentor for clinical staff and new-grad providers. This person conducts health assessments, performs therapeutic procedures, and manages patient care within an urgent care clinic.
What you will do
- Conduct health assessments, physical exams, and review medical histories
- Interview patients and perform physical examinations
- Administer or order diagnostic tests and interpret results
- Administer injections, immunizations, suture, and manage wounds and infections
- Educate and counsel patients regarding health, therapeutic regimens, and wellness
- Prepare clear, complete, and accurate medical records using EMR
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment in compliance with regulations
- Adhere to infection-control policies and protocols
- Collaborate with other providers and health care practitioners
- Provide support and mentorship to new-graduate providers and clinic staff
Required qualifications
- Master's degree and certification by Physician Assistant (PA) certifying body
- Must have and maintain a DEA license with no restrictions
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Strong leadership skills
- Proactive and confident communicator
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software and clinical management systems (EMR)
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws including HIPAA and OSHA
- Knowledge of relevant drugs and their chemical composition
- Knowledge of non-pharmaceutical patient care aids
- Knowledge of current principles, methods, and procedures for medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment
Nice to have
- Clinical experience in emergency medicine, urgent care, or ambulatory care setting
Benefits
- Urgent care services at no cost to team members and their families
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Company paid short-term disability
- Optional pet insurance
- 401k match after one year of service
- Access to primary care depending on location
- Educational Alliance with Purdue University Global and reduced tuition rates
- Employer rewards and access to discounts on services and products
About the company
ConvenientMD works to improve how patients and providers experience healthcare in New England. They aim to make good health more convenient for all.