Physician Assistant

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Physician Assistant

Basic Requirements:

Master's degree in any discipline or a bachelor's degree in any discipline with one year of experience as a Physician Assistant ~AND~ Successfully passed the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE) (or are you in the process to taking the exam) ~AND~ Currently hold, or will hold, a full and unrestricted license to practice in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or in the District of Columbia.
Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements stated above, the following qualification criteria must be met in determining the appropriate grade assignment of candidates: Physician Assistant-I (PA-I) Experience and Education
None beyond the basic requirements
This is the entry level for PAs
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) present the minimum skill set expected of an Entry Level PA
This practice may include, but is not limited to: Ability to utilize the principles of PA practice in the care of assigned patients to provide appropriate care
Ability to perform patient history and physical
Ability to formulate a plan and provide treatment to the patient
Ability to provide patient care that is abreast of changing concepts and advancements in the profession
Physician Assistant-II (PA-II) Experience and Education
The PA at this grade is at the intermediate grade level and has had progressively increasing responsibility and experiences as indicated in the KSAs listed below
Individuals will have demonstrated the ability to analyze and solve more complex medical problems than at the entry level grade and can utilize their training in the successful practice of patient care and participate in team problem solving
Individuals demonstrate the KSAs of PA-II intermediate level by: Two years of successful practice as a PA
OR Successful completion of a PA post-graduate residency program sponsored by VHA Office of Academic Affiliations or other postgraduate residency programs accredited by VA, ARC-PA, U.S
Armed Forces, or another accrediting agency
OR A doctoral degree in a health-related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S
Department of Education
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
PAs at this level are not required to meet each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but should be able to demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met upon appointment for PA-II: Skills to analyze and solve complex medical problems
Ability to function autonomously and make independent medical decisions
Skill to incorporate training and experience into the successful practice of patient care including telehealth medical care
Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary environment for improvement of services for patient care
Ability to practice with colleagues and peers collaboratively
Physician Assistant-III (PA-III) Experience and Education
PAs at the PA-III grade are at the full performance level and lead and organize patient care independently, practice within multi-disciplinary teams, and coordinate all aspects of patient care across the health care system
They utilize advanced clinical knowledge and judgment in decision-making and evaluating outcomes
They function as experts in clinical practice and/or in areas related to the assigned roles and responsibilities, may serve as mentors for transitioning PAs, and may provide training for health care students
Individuals can demonstrate the KSAs for the full performance level by: Three years of successful practice as a PA
OR Successful completion of a PA post-graduate residency program sponsored by VHA Office of Academic Affiliations or other postgraduate residency programs accredited by VA, ARC-PA, U.S
Armed Forces, or another accrediting agency and one year of professional practice as a PA
OR A doctoral degree in a health-related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S
Department of Education and one year of professional practice as a PA
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
PAs at this level are not required to meet each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but should be able to demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met upon appointment for PA-III: Ability to clinically evaluate facility patient care delivery systems and validate or identify barriers to safe and effective patient care
Skill to consistently demonstrate an elevated level of expertise and autonomy in diagnosing and treating seriously ill, multi-symptomatic patients through facility Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE) and Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation (OPPE)
Ability to present clinical findings and recommendations to appropriate management officials
Ability to clinically facilitate the delivery of patient care in collaboration with health professionals, health managers, and other health care personnel
Ability to implement and initiate clinical changes to established treatment protocols based upon new medical literature research findings to enhance patient delivery care for improved patient outcomes
Ability to participate clinically in the development of the PA patient care audit processes involving in-depth review and analysis of medical records
Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-8 Physician Assistant Qualification Standard
This can be found in the local Human Resources Office
Physical Requirements: Moderate lifting (15-44 pounds); light lifting (under 15 pounds); light carrying (under 15 pounds); use of fingers; see computer screen; and hearing (aid may be permitted)
Environmental Factors: Working closely with others; working alone; and protracted or irregular hours of work.
Duties "Located in the Rogue Valley, White City allows easy access to Metro-area of Medford while remaining engrossed with nature.
White City is an unincorporated community in Jackson County, Oregon, in the Rogue Valley.
It is about nine miles north of Medford and 34 miles north of the California border.
Enjoy the scenic drives to either Crater Lake, Oregon's only National Park, and to the mountain resort Lake of the Woods.
Take a family-friendly hike to a waterfall or ride the only section of the Pacific Crest Trail that's open to mountain bikers.
The incumbent Physician Assistant is assigned to the Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (MHRRTP) within the Behavioral Health Service Line (BHSL).
The incumbent provides direct patient care including comprehensive medical assessment and treatment to Veterans within the MHRRTP.
The incumbent provides medical services on a multidisciplinary team within the MHRRTP at the VA Southern Oregon Rehabilitation Center and Clinics.
Duties include but are not limited to: Provides direct patient care through education to patients and family members regarding physical health disorders and best practice approaches to treatment.
Provides direct patient care through comprehensive assessment of Veterans at imminent risk of harm to self and/or others (including grave disability) and facilitates admission for acute psychiatric hospitalization when necessary.
Provides direct patient care through evidence-based pharmacotherapy as indicated and appropriate.
Provides direct patient care through the ordering, monitoring, and responding to all necessary laboratory and radiological assessments.
Responsible for the initiation of appropriate health care consults and referrals for all direct-care patients as applicable.
Provides consultation to health care providers about assessment findings and treatment plan for all direct-care patients to ensure that care is coordinated, collaborative, and integrated within the Medical Center.
Develops, implements, and documents within the medical record for all direct-care patients as indicated and appropriate for the specific job setting and duties of the medical provider.
Complies with all Service Line documentation requirements, including standards for timely completion of CERNER patient documentation, use of required documentation templates, clinical reminders, treatment plans, and risk assessment protocols.
Adheres to all Facility and Service Line policies and practices for delivering direct patient care, including but not limited to direct risk assessment and risk mitigation practices for potentially dangerous behavior (suicide and violence), timeliness of care and access standards, professional conduct requirements, and CERNER documentation conventions.
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm; on call every 5 to 6 weeks after hours for a week Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.
Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized"

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