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Walk-In Clinics - Physician Assistant (PA-C) 80% - 100%
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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.
$127,130 / year median in Iowa
+12% projected growth
Job Description
BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY
Physician Assistant performs direct patient care, including diagnostic and therapeutic services. Within the Physician Assistant (PA)/Physician relationship, the PA will exercise autonomy in medical decision making and services provided. The PA will also assist in educating healthcare students, as they rotate through the respective departments and divisions and will assist in research endeavors as appropriate. This position reports to the Medical Director within the UI Community Clinics and Lead APP within UI Community Clinics.CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide medical care and management for patients, exercising autonomy in medical decision-making and services provided in the Walk-In Clinics, will rotate to different Walk-in Clinics, and also utilize online telehealth platforms. Obtain medical history and perform physical examination. Assess, assist, diagnose and treat medical or surgical problems and record findings. Perform or assist in and interpret the performance of laboratory and related studies. Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, the suturing and care of wounds, removal of foreign bodies, ear and eye irrigation and other clinical procedures. Assist in arranging for continued care such as but not limited to: transfer to the Emergency Treatment Center; follow-up care or establishment of care with a primary care provider; and/or follow-up consultations (including referrals to appropriate specialty and subspecialty physicians as indicated by patients' problems). Perform and screen results of special medical exams including but not limited to electrocardiogram, radiography, audiometric and vision screening, tonometry, and pulmonary function screening tests. Instruct and counsel patients regarding physical and mental health on matters such as diets, disease, therapy, and normal growth and development. Evaluate, treat, and institute procedures essential to providing an appropriate response to urgent medical problems. Maintain awareness of health facilities, agencies, and resources in order to facilitate the appropriate referral of patients. Order medications and administer drugs. Direct other medical personnel and health professionals in the execution of patient care. Perform duties appropriate to a physician's practice. Participate in educating health care students in various programs. Participate in committees within the division, department, College of Medicine and University of Iowa Health Care. Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public. Perform all other duties as assigned on a permanent or temporary basis. Service Excellence/Customer Focus Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Ability to effectively transmit and interpret information through appropriate communication with internal and external customers.WE CARE Core Values:
Welcoming- We strive for an environment where everyone has a voice that is heard, that promotes the dignity of our patients, trainees, and employees, and allows all to thrive in their health, work, research, and education. Excellence
- We aim to achieve and deliver our personal and collective best in the pursuit of quality and accessible healthcare, education, and research. Collaboration
- We encourage collaboration with healthcare systems, providers, and communities across Iowa and the region, as well as within our UI community. We believe teamwork
- guided by compassion
- is the best way to work. Accountability
- We behave ethically, act with fairness and integrity, take responsibility for our own actions, and respond when errors in behavior or judgment occur. Respect
- We create an environment where every individual feels safe, valued, and respected, supporting the well-being and success of all members of our community. Empowerment
- We commit to fair access to research, health care, and education for our community and opportunities for personal and professional growth for our staff and learners.
Benefits Highlights:
Regular salaried position located in Iowa City/Corridor area (travel to other clinical locations including our Quad Cities clinic sites based on clinical needs/hours) The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including double match retirement plan, paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits/fpsm .Percent of Time:
80%- 100% (32
- 40 hours a week)
Schedule:
Variable work hours between 7:00 AM-7:30 PM Sunday-Saturday, rotating weekend and holiday time. Clinical location could change based on the clinic need/hour.Location:
Iowa City/Corridor clinical sites and surrounding clinic locations, including Quad Cities clinical sites (as needed).Salary:
$78,136.80- $163,045 at 80
- 100% ( Salary is based on years of experience ) https://hr.