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Job DetailsJob Location: Mowry I Clinic - Fremont, CA 94538Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $74.88 - $86.81 HourlyJob Category: Professional ServicesOverall Summary:

Provide primary medical care to all Bay Area Community Health (BACH) patients following clinic protocols and policies. Perform medical examination and evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up consultation and request referrals for specialist services, labs and tests as necessary. Identify, evaluate and address disease prevention and health promotion issues for patients while administering quality care. Educate patient and/or family about preventive care, medical issues, diagnosis and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications. Maintain legible, accurate and confidential medical records in compliance with state regulatory standards and clinic policies and procedures. Work in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allow for consultation, collaboration or referral. Work flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends, as necessary.

Essential Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Clinical Director, the Physician Assistant performs a variety of complex, professional, analytical, and confidential Clinical Services services.

Duties include

Perform medical examination and evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up consultation and health education following BACH clinical policies and procedures.
Identify, evaluate and address disease prevention and health promotion issues for patients while administering quality care.
Educate patient and/or family about preventive care, medical issues, diagnosis and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications.
Request patient referrals for specialty services, labs and tests as necessary.
Maintain legible, accurate and confidential medical records. Document all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment outcomes, education, referrals and consultations in compliance with state regulatory standards and clinic policies and procedures.
Demonstrate commitment to, and understanding of, BACH’s Behaviors for Success and GUEST (Customer Service Model), by modeling customer service excellence in all internal and external relationships and in the performance of all duties and responsibilities. Monitors staff and notifies Administrator when training and/or counseling are needed to meet customer service expectations.
Work in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allow for consultation, collaboration or referral.
Work flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends, as necessary.

Secondary Responsibilities

Participate in planning programs and development of health policies and procedures; health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
Participate in staff conferences and health center's continuous quality assurance and peer review programs.
Attend workshops, training and meetings as needed, and as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QualificationsQualifications

Physician Assistant License

Basic Life Support Certificate (CPR)

Preferred Education, Experience, and Training

Bachelor’s Degree in Health related field
One year of directly related experience
Community or Public Health experience

Access to reliable transportation.

Certifications/Licenses

Current California Physician Assistant license.
State Office of Family Planning Certificate, if working in family planning program.
Current Basic Life Support Certificate (CPR).
Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.

Work Conditions

Travel locally to visit other sites; may require a day or overnight trip to attend events; workload may be demanding at times; require professionalism and confidentiality.

Physical Demands

This position requires

Sitting, walking, and standing associated with a normal medical, clinical and administrative office environment, with some bending, reaching, stretching, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
Manual dexterity for tasks involving standard office equipment and computer keyboard, including repetitive movements, such as typing.
Traveling to work sites, including some exposure to outside elements.
Exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations, requiring adherence to extensive safety precautions and possibly the use of protective equipment.

Supervises

None