Physician Assistant - Primary Care jobs in Arkansas

Physician Assistant - Primary Care assesses, plans, and provides patient care under the supervision of a physician. Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examinations, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Being a Physician Assistant - Primary Care orders and interprets appropriate laboratory and radiographic tests. Administers therapeutic procedures as directed. Additionally, Physician Assistant - Primary Care scope of practice is limited to family medicine and primary care. Requires a master's degree in Health Sciences for Physician Assistants or related. Requires completion of the PANCE exam administered by National Commission of the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Requires Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C). Typically reports to a Physician. Physician Assistant - Primary Care's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Physician Assistant - Aviation (Primary Care)
  • ERP International
  • Little Rock, AR OTHER
  • Overview

    ERP International is seeking a Physician Assistant (Aviation Medicine/Primary Care) for a full-time position supporting Special Operational Duty populations at Little Rock AFB, Arkansas.   Apply online today and discover more about this exceptional employment opportunity.  www.erpinternational.com

     

    Be the Best!  Join our team of exceptional health care professionals across the nation. Come discover the immense pride and job satisfaction ERP Employees experience in providing care for our Military Members, their Families and Retired Military Veterans!  ERP International is honored to have been named one of The Washington Post’s 2023 Top Workplaces!

    * Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits!* Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Plus 11 Paid Federal Holidays! 

    * Medical/Dental/Vision, STD/LTD/Life, Health Savings Account available, and more!* Annual CME Stipend and License/Certification Reimbursement!

    * Matching 401K!

     

    About ERP International, LLC: ERP is a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states. Founded in 2006, ERP is headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide. ERP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran.

    Responsibilities

    Work Schedule:Work schedule shall be betwee 0700-1700 Monday-Friday to include a one-hour uncompensated meal break as determined by the clinical department.

     

    Core Duties: The duties include, but are not limited to the following;

    • Perform a full range of Physician Assistant services in flight medicine and base and operational medicine clinic 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).• Direct, perform, or assist in the instruction of other health care professionals within the scope of the clinical privileges or responsibilities.• Examine, diagnose, treat or prescribe courses of treatment within the scope of training, experience, and privileges.• Provide preventive and health maintenance care, including annual physicals, positive health behaviors, and self-care skills through education and counseling.• Order diagnostic tests as applicable as well as request consultation or referral with appropriate physicians, clinics, or other health resources as indicated.• Technically proficient in directing and teaching other medical staff, providing educational lectures and participating in the provision of in-service training to clinic staff members. Such direction and interaction will adhere to Government and professional clinical standards and accepted clinical protocols.• The Physician Assistant - Aviation shall provide health care to beneficiaries assigned to the Flight Medicine Clinic, Occupational Health Clinic, or other civilian Flight Medicine physician assistant positions as defined by the MTF. These tasks include performing primary care and occupational health clinician duties and the associated administrative tasks.• Care shall include but not be limited to continuing, comprehensive health maintenance and provision of medical care, including preventive medicine, behavioral health, occupational health, and community health.• The Physician Assistant - Aviation may become the primary care manager (PCM) for a panel of patients. As a PCM, the Physician Assistant will be the primary person responsible for the management of the health and wellness of his/her assigned patients. Duties include but are not limited to:o Examination of patients, formulation differential diagnostic plans, defines and orders required diagnostic testing.o Interpretation of examination findings and test results, and implementation of treatment plans.o Determines need for consultation and assists in medical care and treatment provided at the direction of other specialists.o Approving/disapproving subspecialty referrals.o Directing case management activitieso Answering patient telephone consults with the assistance of clinic staff.o Providing primary and secondary preventive maintenance care.• The Flight Commander, Flight Medicine Clinic will assign specific duties/patient care assignments, and other duties deemed necessary.• Diagnose and treat a wide-range of adult acute and chronic diseases and injuries including but not limited to conditions of the Skin, Pulmonary System, Head, Gastrointestinal System, Eyes, Musculoskeletal System, Ears, Genitourinary System, Nose, Reproductive System, Throat, Lymphatic System, Neck, Central Nervous System, Cardiovascular System, Endocrine System, Psychiatric and Behavioral Health.• Perform medical procedures to include, but not limited to, the following:

    o Basic Life Support, Advanced Life Supporto Secure and maintain an adequate airway to Include endotracheal intubationo Cardioversion of life threatening arrhythmiaso Simple minor surgical procedures: punch biopsies, excision of skin lesionso Simple abscess incision and drainageo Nail trephinationo Sling or swath injurieso Suture simple lacerationo Suture removalo Cryotherapyo Nebulizer treatmento Cultures (throat, wound)o Remove ocular, nasal and ear foreign bodieso Clearing of ears by flush techniqueo Reduce simple dislocations and fractures, when appropriateo Bandaging of sprains, minor burns, and minor lacerationso Perform venous punctures for lab studies and interpret resultso Administer intravenous, intramuscular and subcutaneous medications as appropriateo Stabilize and evaluate cervical spine injuries as appropriateo Splint and stabilize traumatic injuries to extremities

    • Review, interpret, and act upon medical surveillance data relating to the Occupational Health program.• Prepare records and reports as required in support of services rendered in accordance with established procedures.• Attend and participate in patient care reports, Flight and Operational Medicine Working Group (FOMWG), Airman Medical Readiness Optimization (AMRO), Deployment Availability Working Group, weekly 2992 review meetings, patient care conferences, team conferences, professional staff conferences and other appropriate professional activities only to the extent that such attendance and participation is relative to his/her assigned cases and/or performance of services as determined by the MTF Chief of Aerospace Medicine.• Aeromedical Dispositions: The Aviation Physician Assistant providers will be allowed to make aeromedical dispositions ONLY if they meet experience requirements listed above. Aeromedical dispositions must be specifically listed on the Aviation Physician Assistant credentials and privileges list, which requires initial review and approval by the MTF's SGP. The term "aeromedical disposition" includes drafting and reviewing aeromedical waivers, signing initial, periodic, DNIF, and return-to-fly 2992s. Exceptions to this policy require approval from AFMSA/SGPF. Civilian Aviation Physician Assistants will not be granted base-level waiver authority.• The Aviation Physician Assistant providers will not fly (as part of their duties) or participate in exercises beyond the scope of medical care specified in their privileges/credentials.• Credentialed Aviation Physician Assistant within providers may respond to HAZMAT and respond to in-flight emergencies. They will not participate in after-hours call.• The Aviation Physician Assistant providers will conduct special operational evaluations, including (but not limited to: PHA for flyers/special duty personnel within their scope, initial certification exams for flying/special duty applicants (including foreign military personnel attending US military training, initial health screening for foreign military personnel attending US military training), aeromedical disposition for flying/special operational duty, conduct adaptability rating assessment for military special duty applicants, apply AFI 48-123 and AFI 10- 203 (including profiling and duty restrictions as Profile Officer).• Note: Civilian Flight Medicine providers will only conduct the listed evaluations if they meet the experience requirement (a) outlined in this TO under Part 5- Performance Requirements, or if specifically waivered by Headquarters, AFMOA.• Perform deployment related health assessment and annual mental health assessment services that comply with applicable Department of Defense and Air Force policy and guidance, to include required standards of care and clinical practice guidelines.• HCW must become proficient in the use of the following computer systems: MHS Genesis electronic health record, Aeromedical Services Information Management System (ASIMS), Aeromedical Information Management Waiver Tracking System (AIMWTS), Physical Exam Processing Program (PEPP) and any additional computer systems that are relevant to this position.• Contractor employees must identify themselves as contractor personnel by introducing themselves or being introduced as contractor personnel and displaying distinguishing badges or other visible identification for meetings with Government personnel. Contractors must appropriately identify themselves as contractor employees in telephone conversations and in formal and information written correspondence.• Conduct special evaluations, including but not limited to PHA and Service History Physical Exams, initial/annual review-in-Lieu of MEB and medical board evaluation for non-flying and sister service personnel assigned to Flight Medicine.

    Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • Degree:Possess a Masters Degree in Physician Assistant Studies.• Education:  Graduate from an accredited college or university certified by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education of the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) or its predecessors, and acceptable to the HQ USAF/SG.

    Completion of required curriculum/training to be credentialed as an Aviation Physician Assistant. Completion of USAF-SAM Aerospace Medicine Primary Courses (AMP 101/201/202/301) that led to Certification; or sister service equivalent as determined by the Chief of Aerospace Medicine (SGP).

    Experience: Have at least 36 months of experience as a Physician Assistant, with 18-24 months of experience in Family Health.

    * Certification:Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician’s Assistants (NCCPA). Must maintain NCCPA certification through the life of this task order.

    • Licensure:  Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant.

    * Security: Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance.* Life Support Certification: Possess a current AHA OR ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification.

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PCA Personal Care Assistant
  • BROOKFIELD ASSISTANT LIVING AND MEMORYCARE
  • Hot Springs, AR PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
  • Certified Nursing Assistant Position Summary: Provide direct care services to Brookfield residents in a variety of duties that provide each resident care that is individualized and preserves their dig...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Physician (Primary Care Home Based)
  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Little Rock, AR FULL_TIME
  • This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with V...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Primary Care Assistant - MA, Rogers Primary Care
  • Mercy
  • Rogers, AR FULL_TIME
  • Up to $5,000 hiring incentive available!Mercy Clinic Primary Care - RMC RogersMonday-Friday, 40 hours/week Key Benefits: Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education Health/Dental/Visio...
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Primary Care Assistant - RN
  • Mercy
  • Bentonville, AR FULL_TIME
  • We’re a Little Different Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts o...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Primary Care Physician - $75K Sign On Bonus
  • Walmart Health LLC
  • Fort Smith, AR FULL_TIME
  • Walmart Health is looking to hire a Primary Care Physician to support our local health center. We offer a competitive package including base salary, annual incentive bonus, comprehensive benefit plans...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Physician Assistant - Primary Care
  • Trillium Health
  • Rochester, NY
  • Full-Time or Part-Time Opportunity Purpose: Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer and the oversight of the su...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant - Primary Care
  • Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Lewiston, ID
  • Summary This OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT (OCA) is for the Jonathan M. Wainwright Memorial VAMC and it's associated CBOC...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant Primary Care
  • Baylor Scott & White Health
  • Burnet, TX
  • JOB SUMMARY The Physician Assistant (PA) Primary Care is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who ef...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant - Primary Care
  • Essen Medical Associates
  • Bronx, NY
  • Overview: At Essen Health Care, we care for that! As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bron...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant - Primary Care
  • Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Tacoma, WA
  • Summary Incumbents may serve as a Physician Assistant in a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) setting. He/she will be resp...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant (Primary Care)
  • Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Salem, OR
  • Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement ...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant (Primary Care)
  • Department of Veterans Affairs
  • West Linn, OR
  • Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement ...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant Primary Care
  • UCHealth
  • Baggs, WY
  • Description Location: Little Snake River Clinic- Baggs, WY Department: Primary Care Work Schedule: Full Time Days Exempt...
  • 2/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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