Physician Assistant / Family Practice / Colorado / Locum Tenens / Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant

Position Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant to provide safe, effective, and quality primary, preventive, and evidence-based health care to patients in a culturally competent manner. This role focuses on health promotion and disease prevention while upholding the pillars of access, stewardship, and quality.

The PA must demonstrate respect for all patients, providing care tailored to their individual needs in a safe and confidential environment. This role involves working collaboratively with patients, families, and a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Essential Functions

Conduct thorough patient interviews to obtain accurate health histories.

Perform physical examinations and provide preventive health services.

Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to assess clinical problems and health care needs.

Establish diagnostic impressions and formulate comprehensive care plans.

Prescribe and recommend appropriate medications or treatments.

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals as needed.

Educate patients and families on health care issues and self-care strategies.

Ensure appropriate patient follow-up and reevaluation.

Actively participate as a member of an integrated healthcare team, working collaboratively with various departments to provide seamless, multidisciplinary patient care.

Additional Requirements

Grants are a vital part of Care Clinic revenues and directly or indirectly support all positions. This role may have responsibilities that are closely associated with grant deliverables. Grants and grant responsibilities may change over time.

Complete all required training as designated by HR and the position supervisor.

Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.

Comply with all applicable credentialing and privileging requirements.

Be open to traveling and working at multiple locations as determined by the supervisor.

Participate in quality assurance and improvement activities when applicable.

May be scheduled for Saturday clinics and telehealth hours.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to engage in each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Education / Experience

Must Haves to be Successful :

At least two years? experience in a family medicine or community health center setting and DEA preferred,

Interpersonal skills and sound judgment are necessary to communicate with a wide variety of persons, including the indigent, and to work with the Clinic staff in providing the medical services of the Clinic.

Exhibit cultural competence and exceptional teamwork skills.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions and deal with multiple linguistic and cultural variables.

Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, co-workers, administration, physicians and providers, community agencies, referral sources, regulators, and other health team members.

Ability to enlist the cooperation of others.

Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.

Outstanding communication and people skills.

Knowledge of the industry?s legal rules and guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Previous non-profit and / or volunteer experience preferred.

Bilingual speakers are highly preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment is in a healthcare setting and can be fast paced and involves communication with patients and medical personnel. This role is highly clerical in nature. Requires ability to work autonomously and stay on task. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Live, work, and play in ?Colorado?s Playground?! Summit County boasts four world-class ski resorts with Vail Resort just 45 minutes away. With rivers, lakes, hiking, and mountain biking trails, Summit County is a paradise for the outdoor enthusiast. From summer to winter, Summit County is a year-round destination with activities that include skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hiking, biking, rafting, fishing, and boating. Music, art, cultural, and social events are plentiful year-round. The different communities in Summit County include Frisco, Breckenridge, Dillon, and Silverthorne; ski resorts include Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone, and Arapahoe Basin.

About the Clinic

Provides rewarding, mission-driven careers in the heart of the beautiful Colorado mountains. As a member of the Care Clinic team, you will make an important difference in the lives of the patients you serve - changing lives every day. We have been nationally recognized for our integrated care model.

Is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides a full range of integrated care services including medical, dental, and behavioral health services through a team-based model of care. is highly valued as an important thread in the community fabric. There is an underlying appreciation of what the clinic provides to the community, and this creates a fulfilling workplace environment.

Benefits of this opportunity :

Insured group health, dental, & vision plans.

Medical and dependent care flexible spending account options.

401k retirement plan with an employer contribution match.

Life, AD&D, and Long-term disability plans are paid for by the employer.

Free 24 / 7 access to confidential resources through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Voluntary benefit plans to complement health care coverage including accident insurance, critical illness, short-term disability, and group pet insurance.

A generous mix of Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.

Lifestyle Spending Account (for full-time employees).

Offer fringe benefits like ski medallion, rec center discounts, etc.

Training program for growth potential.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $108,000.00 - $121,000.00 per year

Benefits : 401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Vision insurance

Work Location : In person