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Physician Assistant
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What they do
A Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in all areas and specialties of medicine, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations. May serve as the primary healthcare provider, in consultation with a part-time physician, in communities with limited health care resources.
$154,480 / year median in California
+13% projected growth
Job Description
CME Credit Offer:
Enhance your expertise and stay ahead in the field with a dedicated continuing education budget.Mileage Reimbursement:
Enjoy a hassle‐free commute with our transportation benefits.Paid Time Off:
Recharge with paid time off.
Competitive Salary:
Earn a competitive salary along with robust benefits including 401(k), dental, and health insurance. About Us At Quality Health Partners (QHP), we're not just a healthcare provider—we're a community dedicated to elevating care standards.Our mission is clear:
empower our primary care physicians to achieve a 5-star quality rating. We support this by equipping our Physician Assistants with the resources they need to handle administrative tasks, documentation, and coding, so our doctors can focus solely on delivering exceptional patient care. Your Role as a Physician Assistant As a valued member of our clinical team, you will:Lead Health Initiatives:
Conduct Annual Health Assessments, Wellness Visits, and Well Child Visits.Provide Preventive & Diagnostic Evaluations:
Perform consultative assessments that may include medication and medical history reviews, physical exams, and health screenings, using appropriate documentation and test results to support diagnoses.Offer Non-Prescriptive Services:
While not responsible for prescribing or altering treatment plans, you will focus on clinical evaluations, screenings, and documentation to support quality care and enhance care team collaboration.Deliver Specialty Screenings:
Provide diagnostic services such as spirometry, diabetic eye exams (DEE), bone density screenings, and other preventive tests as ordered by the health plan.Document Precisely:
Use an intuitive iPad-based clinical workflow and our state-of-the-art Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system to ensure detailed and compliant documentation.Embrace Continuous Learning:
Stay current with medical guidelines and contribute to ongoing professional development. Typical visit duration is approximately 30 minutes , offering meaningful one-on-one engagement with patients.What We're Looking For Qualifications:
Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited program Active state license and current BLS certification Possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) PA-C certification and state-specific licensurePreferred:
EMR experience and Medicaid enrollmentIdeal Candidate Traits:
Strong clinical knowledge with attention to quality outcomes Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Commitment to preventive care and patient education Warm, empathetic demeanor and team-oriented mindsetFlexible Work Options & Environment Schedule Flexibility:
Choose from full-time or part-time roles, with 4-hour or 8-hour shifts available. Day and evening shifts offered.Rotating Saturday Schedule:
Candidates must be available to work at least one Saturday per month to meet Sacramento coverage needs.Diverse Work Settings:
Serve patients in both clinic and home health environments.Meaningful Focus Areas:
Work in General Practice, Pediatrics, and Primary Care. Ready to Make a Meaningful Impact? If you're ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of community-based healthcare, we encourage you to apply today and become part of the QHP team. EEO Statement The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by individuals in this role. They are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills. Job functions are subject to change. Quality Health Partners is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status.E-Verify Notice:
Quality Health Partners uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all new hires. For more information, visit E-Verify.gov.- Benefits shown is for full time employees only
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$130,000.00 - $160,000.00 per yearBenefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time offWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Health Insurance