Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center, Inc
Physician Assistant - Primary Care
Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center, Inc, Milford, Massachusetts, us, 01757
About the Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center
The Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center strives to be an Employer of Choice in Central Massachusetts and MetroWest. We recognize the changing and fast-paced environment of health care and work to create a culture that supports a healthy work-life balance. As a premiere community health center serving close to 30,000 patients a year, we offer a variety of career opportunities for individuals who want to grow their career in health care. Great benefits, including health and dental insurance and a 403B Plan, add to the value of working for Kennedy CHC. With a diverse patient population, Kennedy CHC also ensures that our organization represents the communities it serves. We welcome and celebrate an employee base that is inclusive of all cultural, racial, and ethnic groups, as well as the LGBTQ community. Job Summary
The Physician Assistant provides comprehensive primary care to patients within an outpatient environment. They will coordinate the care of patients under the supervision of a Board-Certified Physician. In addition, the Physician Assistant acts as a member of the clinical team and works collaboratively with other departments in providing patient care. Essential Functions:
Delivers direct primary care and preventative services to assigned children, adolescent, and adult patients. Develops therapeutic plans of care for prevention, management, and maintenance of good health for patients. Provides health education and counseling patients. Provides care for Acute and Chronic Illness and Urgent Care services, which includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of illness. Works closely with multidisciplinary teams and instructs and assists other team members in management of patient care. Follows established practice standards and current evidence-based clinical practices and guidelines. Provides care related to prenatal/postnatal services and care for uncomplicated pregnancies, in conjunction with physician partners, as delineated and approved for in request for clinical privileges. Provides family planning counseling and services. Consults with physician partner and refers patients with more complex/dynamic problems to subspecialty care, as appropriate. Maintains and updates Electronic Health Records (EHR) in a systematic format and completes required documentation within the specified amount of time expected by the Clinical Director. Ensures that patient records are kept confidential consistent with Health Center policies and procedures, Joint Commission, and HIPAA standards. Monitors HIPAA compliance within the work environment. Attends trainings, weekly Provider and Team meetings, and collaborates on practice, administrative, and quality improvement projects, as assigned by Clinical Director Provides clinical supervision and mentoring to Physician Assistant, Medical, and Physician Assistant students by mutual agreement with the Clinical Director. May work a fluctuating schedule, including days, evenings, weekend shifts, and holidays according to schedule approved by Clinical Director. Supports a work environment that is responsible and sensitive to the needs of a diverse staff and clients. Contributes to the professional team, supporting our Mission Statement. Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Experience:
Master’s Degree as a Physician Assistant. Active, Unrestricted Physician Assistant License in Massachusetts. 3+ years of experience as a Physician Assistant in a related field to Primary Care a plus The Health Center requires all employees to have the most recent COVID-19 Booster and the yearly Flu Vaccine. Benefits
$110,000-$120,000/yr Qualifies for the HRSA Loan Repayment Program Health Insurance plans starting on day-1 of employment. Employer pays 80% of premiums. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability paid 100% by employer. Competitive Retirement Plan CME Reimbursement 32 hours of clinical time and 8 hours of administrative time that can be completed remotely. Kennedy Community Health is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace environment that supports the growth and development of each employee.
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The Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center strives to be an Employer of Choice in Central Massachusetts and MetroWest. We recognize the changing and fast-paced environment of health care and work to create a culture that supports a healthy work-life balance. As a premiere community health center serving close to 30,000 patients a year, we offer a variety of career opportunities for individuals who want to grow their career in health care. Great benefits, including health and dental insurance and a 403B Plan, add to the value of working for Kennedy CHC. With a diverse patient population, Kennedy CHC also ensures that our organization represents the communities it serves. We welcome and celebrate an employee base that is inclusive of all cultural, racial, and ethnic groups, as well as the LGBTQ community. Job Summary
The Physician Assistant provides comprehensive primary care to patients within an outpatient environment. They will coordinate the care of patients under the supervision of a Board-Certified Physician. In addition, the Physician Assistant acts as a member of the clinical team and works collaboratively with other departments in providing patient care. Essential Functions:
Delivers direct primary care and preventative services to assigned children, adolescent, and adult patients. Develops therapeutic plans of care for prevention, management, and maintenance of good health for patients. Provides health education and counseling patients. Provides care for Acute and Chronic Illness and Urgent Care services, which includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of illness. Works closely with multidisciplinary teams and instructs and assists other team members in management of patient care. Follows established practice standards and current evidence-based clinical practices and guidelines. Provides care related to prenatal/postnatal services and care for uncomplicated pregnancies, in conjunction with physician partners, as delineated and approved for in request for clinical privileges. Provides family planning counseling and services. Consults with physician partner and refers patients with more complex/dynamic problems to subspecialty care, as appropriate. Maintains and updates Electronic Health Records (EHR) in a systematic format and completes required documentation within the specified amount of time expected by the Clinical Director. Ensures that patient records are kept confidential consistent with Health Center policies and procedures, Joint Commission, and HIPAA standards. Monitors HIPAA compliance within the work environment. Attends trainings, weekly Provider and Team meetings, and collaborates on practice, administrative, and quality improvement projects, as assigned by Clinical Director Provides clinical supervision and mentoring to Physician Assistant, Medical, and Physician Assistant students by mutual agreement with the Clinical Director. May work a fluctuating schedule, including days, evenings, weekend shifts, and holidays according to schedule approved by Clinical Director. Supports a work environment that is responsible and sensitive to the needs of a diverse staff and clients. Contributes to the professional team, supporting our Mission Statement. Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Experience:
Master’s Degree as a Physician Assistant. Active, Unrestricted Physician Assistant License in Massachusetts. 3+ years of experience as a Physician Assistant in a related field to Primary Care a plus The Health Center requires all employees to have the most recent COVID-19 Booster and the yearly Flu Vaccine. Benefits
$110,000-$120,000/yr Qualifies for the HRSA Loan Repayment Program Health Insurance plans starting on day-1 of employment. Employer pays 80% of premiums. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability paid 100% by employer. Competitive Retirement Plan CME Reimbursement 32 hours of clinical time and 8 hours of administrative time that can be completed remotely. Kennedy Community Health is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace environment that supports the growth and development of each employee.
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