Physician Assistant (Primary Care) at Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration in Caldwell, Idaho, United States Job Description Summary Boise VA Medical Center (BVAMC) has 4 primary care clinics and one Women's Wellness Clinic at the main facility, 3 CBOCs and 2 Outreach Clinics. These clinics range from small, with 3 or fewer providers, to large with several part time providers, to multi-specialty. Clinic patient populations ranges from 1300-to over 6000. Caldwell CBOC is our largest Primary Care clinic, staffed with 3 Physicians, and 5 advanced practice providers. Responsibilities Discover the charm of Caldwell, Idaho, where small-town hospitality meets vibrant community spirit Nestled in the heart of the Treasure Valley, Caldwell offers stunning natural beauty, a rich agricultural heritage, and a variety of recreational activities for all ages. Experience the perfect blend of outdoor adventures, local dining, and cultural events, making Caldwell an ideal place to live, work, and play. There are back-up services available in the emergency room as well as surgery, psychiatry, and medical subspecialties. Patients who need admission to the inpatient wards will be transferred to the admitting house staff team. The physician assistant may sometimes need to work alone but can request assistance from other medical staff (including staff in the Emergency Room or inpatient service when needed.). Shifts may occasionally deviate from the usual 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. shift schedule. The facility is fully computerized and computer skills are required. There is minimal administrative work, but the physician assistant will be required to attend staff meetings, team meetings, some committee meetings and complete some peer review evaluations. Time will be provided outside of assigned shifts to complete this work. The major duties of the position include, but are not limited to: - Perform initial histories and physical examinations on outpatients. - The collaborating physician will review progress notes as per state medical board and VA requirements. - Provide ongoing outpatient care for assigned patients. - Screen outpatients to determine need for further care. - Prescribe medications within defined scope of practice. - Order diagnostic studies such as laboratory tests, x-rays, electrocardiograms (EKG's). - Review needs for and order health promotion and disease prevention activities. - Initiates respond to and expedite request for consultations, special tests, and studies. - Provide education and counseling of patients and families in preventive care, medical conditions, and use of prescribed treatments and drugs. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. 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. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 0800-1630. Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: Ad-Hoc only. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized for highly qualified candidates. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Requirements Conditions of Employment All qualified candidates encouraged to apply. Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See 'Additional Information' below for details. 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. Preferred Experience: Selective Placement Factor; Quality Ranking Factor. Experience in primary care setting. Grade Determinations: Physician Assistant-I (PA-I) (a) Experience and Education. None beyond the basic requirements. This is the entry level for PAs. (b) 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: i. Ability to utilize the principles of PA practice in the care of assigned patients to provide appropriate care. ii. Ability to perform patient history and physical. iii. Ability to formulate a plan and provide treatment to the patient. iv. Ability to provide patient care that is abreast of changing concepts and advancements in the profession. Physician Assistant-II (PA-II) (a) 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: i. Two years of successful practice as a PA. OR ii. 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 iii. A doctoral degree in a health-related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. (b) 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: i. Skills to analyze and solve complex medical problems. ii. iii. 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. iv. Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary environment for improvement of services for patient care. v. Ability to practice with colleagues and peers collaboratively. Physician Assistant-III (PA-III) (a) Experience and Education. PAs at the PA-III grade are at the full performance level and lead and organize pati To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account
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