Job Description:

Bridgeway Recovery Services is currently seeking a qualified

Physician Assistant

to join our growing Medical Team!

A sign-on bonus of $5,000 will be available to the successful new hire external hire!!

Primary Purpose

The Physician Assistant will have a compassionate understanding of patients who are struggling with symptoms of addiction and mental illness. They will apply medical techniques and principles under the direction of a supervising physician and deal with a diverse set of patients by offering them care and encouragement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify short-term and long-range patient care issues.
• Assess patient's health by interviewing patients, performing physical examinations, obtaining, and updating medical histories.
• Order diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, electrocardiograms, laboratory studies, interpret test results, and develop care plans.
• Prescribe and administer medication based on evidence-based treatment plans.
• Document patient care services in electronic health record.
• Perform therapeutic procedures by administering injections, immunizations, sutures, and managing wounds and infections.
• Instruct and counsel patient-based diagnosis and treatment plans.
• Promote wellness and health maintenance.
• Cultivate a climate of care and trust with patients.
• Comply strictly with medical care and safety standards.
• Provide continuity of care by developing patient-provider relationships.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation. Anticipate future legislation. Enforce adherence to requirements and advise management on needed actions.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Consult with supervising physician when necessary.
• Work collaboratively with and contributes to multidisciplinary teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
• 5% employer match 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (Pre & Post-Tax Options)
• Corporate Fitness Membership subsidy
• Employer-Sponsored Life, Accidental Death, Critical Illness, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Internal Growth Opportunities
• Compensation will depend on experience and credentials
• An additional stipend is available for Spanish/English bilingual employees.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Knowledge of the practices and techniques of medicine.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques and methods.
• Conduct medical treatment/intervention as appropriate in emergencies.
• Maintain positive public relations.
• Collaborate with other professional staff.
• Communicate with others effectively.
• Provide direct care in a kind and compassionate manner.
• Respond appropriately even in stressful situations.
• Provide compassionate understanding regarding patients who are struggling with symptoms of addiction and mental illness.

Other Required Qualifications

• Qualified candidates must be able to pass reference and criminal background checks.
• Must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated at employment start date.

Required Education and / or Certifications:

• Must hold an active Physician Assistant License by the State of Oregon.
• Eligible to become certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physical Assistants (NCCPA).
• Ability to prescribe controlled substances and has an active DEA license.
• Willing to complete 8 hours of MAT training.

Position address:	3325 Harold Dr NE Salem , OR 97305
Application email:	[email protected]
Application website:	View Website
Application deadline:	Saturday, June 10, 2023 - 12:00