Physician Assistant at Choctaw Global in El Paso, Texas

Job Description:

HIRING ACTION IS CONTINGENT UPON SUCCESSFUL AWARD OF CONTRACT

WHY JOIN CHOCTAW WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS:

This is not just another Physician Assistant role – it is an opportunity to deliver essential healthcare services to those who serve our Nation. At Choctaw Workforce Solutions (CWS), you will have a crucial role in maintaining the medical readiness of Service Members (SMs), ensuring that they stay healthy during deployment and beyond. You will provide critical care, ensuring SMs are fit for duty and supported throughout their healthcare journey.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Support Military Readiness and Well-Being:
   1. Conduct thorough evaluations for mobilization/demobilization (MOB/DEMOB), ensuring SMs are medically prepared for deployment.
   2. Utilize Health Risk Appraisal tools and established SOPs to facilitate health assessments.
   3. Keep patient wait times to a minimum, managing an average of four (4) to six (6) patients per hour for routine assessments and two (2) to four (4) patients an hour for more in depth assessments.
2. Deliver High-Quality Patient Care:
   1. Deliver comprehensive medical examinations, diagnoses, and treatment plans for SMs while adhering to clinical standards and regulations.
   2. Prescribe medications and order diagnostic tests, ensuring timely follow-up based on abnormal results.
   3. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure SMs receive appropriate referrals and care.
3. Manage Cases and Ensure Documentation:
   1. Document all patient encounters in MHS Genesis within twenty-four (24) hours, maintaining complete and accurate records according to MTF and DoD policies.
   2. Participate in care conferences and peer reviews to contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
   3. Record hours worked in the Defense Medical Human Resources System-internet (DMHRSi) as required.
4. Be a First Responder in Crisis Situations:
   1. Respond to medical emergencies, including cardiopulmonary arrests, in a timely manner.
   2. Work closely with the medical commander and leadership to identify and address patient care challenges proactively.
5. Utilize Telehealth Technologies:
   1. Leverage telehealth tools for remote health assessments, consultations, and education, ensuring care continuity regardless of location.
   2. Integrate innovative telemedicine solutions for follow-ups and patient management.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program certified by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education of the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).
• Must be a United States citizen.

Experience:

• At least one (1) year of full-time experience as a Physician Assistant within the last three (3) years.
• Experience in a high-demand clinical environment, demonstrating flexibility, critical thinking, and effective teamwork.

Licensure & Certifications:

• Current, unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant within any jurisdiction.
• Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage an extensive caseload in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with command personnel, healthcare teams, and SMs.
• Proficient in telehealth technologies and virtual care platforms.

WORK CONDITIONS:

Location:

• Work will primarily be performed at William Beaumont Army Medical Center (WBAMC) and affiliated facilities within a forty (40) mile radius with potential assignments based on operational needs.

Schedule:

• Hours may vary based on mission requirements, including surge support during mobilizations and demobilizations. Flexibility is required to meet mission demands.

Telehealth:

• May be required to provide remote services during public health emergencies or other contingencies.

Supervision:

• Work under the supervision of a licensed physician, collaborating with nurse practitioners and other medical staff.

WHAT YOU WILL LOVE ABOUT THIS POSITION:

• Make a Tangible Impact
  1. Help SMs maintain their health and readiness, directly contributing to national security.
• Collaborate with Experts:
  1. Work alongside a multidisciplinary team, including military personnel and healthcare specialists.
• Embrace Innovation:
  1. Utilize cutting-edge telehealth tools to expand access to care and enhance patient engagement.
• Professional Growth Opportunities:
  1. Participate in training, conferences, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance your skills.
• Dynamic Environment:
  1. Thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing healthcare setting where no two (2) days are the same.

JOIN OUR MISSION:

Be part of something bigger – help safeguard the health of our nation’s defenders. At CWS, your expertise will not only improve individual patient outcomes but also strengthen military readiness and resilience. Apply today to join a dedicated, mission-driven team making a difference where it matters most.

EEO/AAP STATEMENT:

We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We pledge ourselves to craft and maintain an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences. Choctaw is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions) sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

DISCLAIMER:

The above-noted job advertisement is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.

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