Physician Assistant

Summary

The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is recruiting for Physician Assistants. Selectees will work independently during clinic hours in the Primary Care (PACT) unit at one of our 13 locations in Cleveland, Lake County, Canton, East Liverpool, Mansfield, New Philadelphia, Ravenna, Akron, Parma, Warren, Lorain, Sandusky, or Youngstown.

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.

Basic Requirements:

United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
Education
Graduate of a training program which is accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education of PA (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor organizations
Additionally, candidates must meet one of the following: Master's degree in any discipline; OR Bachelor's degree in any discipline with one year of experience as a PA
Certification
Must have successfully passed the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE
Licensure
PAs must possess an active, current, full, and unrestricted license to practice in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia
PAs must maintain current registration in the State of licensure if this is a requirement for continuing active and current licensure in that State
Grade Determinations: Physician Assistant-I (PA-I) Experience and Education
None beyond the basic requirements
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
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
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
References: VA Handbook 5005 Part II Appendix G8
The full performance level of this vacancy is PA-III
The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of PA-I to PA-III
Physical Requirements: Physical qualifications required the ability to stand, walk, bend, and move freely
Must be emotionally stable and cooperative
Work is accomplished predominantly on the inpatient unit
The physical surroundings involve working with the acute and chronically physically and mentally ill patients, which may cause discomfort related to negative verbal and physical activities from these patients
Work involves regular and recurring exposure to infection and contagious diseases.
Duties "This announcement will remain open until December 31, 2024.
All qualified applications will be forwarded to the selecting official for a review based on the hiring needs of the service.
A selection may be made at any time during the open period of the announcement.
The successful candidate will have a high level of medical knowledge and possesses all the qualities for providing comprehensive and compassionate care for \"those who served\".
The position calls for excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and offers input into projects pertaining to the development of the clinic.
Will provide comprehensive primary care services to a defined panel of patients.
Duties include history taking, physical examination, ordering laboratories and diagnostic studies, diagnosis and formulation of treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions within the scope of Medicine practice.
This provider is the leader of a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) (physician, RN, LPN, and clerical associate) which provides direct care for Veterans enrolled in Primary Care.
This provider is assigned responsibility for a panel of patients at a specific location.
However, the provider may be asked on some occasions to assist in patient care or administrative duties at the main hospital or at another site.
Provides clinical examination, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic diseases, preventive care, and coordination of care for a panel of primary care patients.
Appropriate documentation of patient care in clinical records is expected.
The provider refers to specialists when additional input and treatment outside of the scope of the physician's experience and training is required.
Responsible for monitoring PACT teamlet performance to assess adherence to VA standards, assure quality and effectiveness of care, and meet VA performance measures.
Outstanding customer service is expected.
Leads the team in assisting the patient advocate and administration in resolving patient concerns and inquiries.
Exercises medical decision-making and provides a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services for a specific group of patients.
Must have excellent communication skills and relations with staff and community and is able to elicit cooperation from others.
The primary care provider serves as a member of a larger multidisciplinary treatment team which includes social work, pharmacy, mental health, nutrition, and on occasion, other services.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday from 8:00a to 4:30p Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required"

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