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| PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT |
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| FULL-TIME / PART-TIME EMPLOYEE |
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| QUALIFICATIONS: |
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- Physician Assistant with current valid license to practice in the State of California, and current CPR card.
- At least two (2) years experience working with clients with serious and persistent mental illness, preferably two of those years in an In-patient setting, as well as experience in an outpatient medical setting.
- Experience in providing superior physician coordination of patient services.
- Excellent group facilitation skills and experience.
- Strong knowledge base and understanding of psychiatric diagnoses, medication management, terminology and medical record charting.
- Utilization Review and Management Skills.
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
- Ability to work well with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work well with physicians, clinicians and nurses.
- Ability to handle multiple demands and/or crisis situations in a calm, professional manner.
- Excellent interpersonal and client engagement skills and experience.
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| GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: |
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- Conduct assessments on all new admissions. Notes physician orders and follows through as needed.
- Conducts medication check visits on returning patients as required.
- Coordinates all laboratory procedures, including Infection Control responsibilities.
- Assists with coordinating patients’ scheduled appointments/sessions with physicians
- Contacts others involved in the care of patients regarding medication/medical treatment issues.
- Conducts patient medication education groups and provides individual patient education when necessary.
- Daily documentation and implementation of treatment plans for all patients on caseload.
- Participates in case staffings and Clinical Trainings.
- Provide all patients with care, dignity and respect. Continuously strive to deliver superior clinical and client-centered treatment.
- Perform other relevant job duties as assigned.
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| RESPONSIBLE TO: Medical Director |
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| CLASSIFICATION: Non Exempt |
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| HOURLY WAGE: $60-$70 |
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