APP - Psychiatry Opening in Othello, WA
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Psychiatric-Mental Health
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Othello, Washington, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
6/26/24
**NP/PA Psychiatric Opportunity: Othello, WA**
- Located 60 miles from Yakima; 150 miles from Seattle
**Position Details:**
- Full-time; Permanent
- Excellent benefits including Dental, Vision and Medical
- Salary range: $110,000 - $135,000 (plus RVU Incentive Bonus) with ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates.
- Under the supervision of the Physician Preceptor and within the framework of policies established by the Health Groups Principles of Practice, this position provides direct patient care.
- Provide primary, acute and chronic care, including emergency care, in order to achieve, maintain and restore optimal patient outcomes.
- Engage in health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of frequently occurring types of illnesses and other medical problems.
- Assume accountability to Preceptor for screening, treatment, and follow-up care.
- Assume responsibility for clinical management of those cases which fall within the scope of authority.
- Provide patient care in a satellite Clinic, when assigned.
- As assigned, conduct specialty clinics within the clinic or community as the primary care provider to a specific group of patients, for example, Migrant School Physicals, Diabetic groups, sport physicals, well baby clinics, etc.
- Provide back-up to Perinatal Care Program provider and deliver services according to the Health Clinics perinatal protocols.
- Participate in planning and instituting health care programs as a peer member of the health care team.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Promotes a positive work culture and upholds clinic policies and procedures, including the WE CARE standards of Behavior.
**Qualifications:**
- Professional and Technical Knowledge:
- Preference will be given to prior successful experience in a family practice clinical setting.
- License and Certification:
- Possesses or is eligible for licensure in Washington State and who is certified (PA-C) by the National Association of Physicians Assistants.
- Technical Skills:
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite to create simple displays of information.
- Ability to become proficient in the use of Electronic Medical Record Software.
- Communication Skills:
- Responsible for effectively communicating clinical information to non-clinical staff, patients and others.
- Ability to provide effective communication of information in written (including electronic) correspondence in both formal and informal environments.
**About the Practice:**
- Looking to provide the best healthcare services to our patients, which begins with competent and caring healthcare providers.
- Healthcare teams work cross-disciplines to develop holistic wellness plans to better serve patients. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with peers, be challenged regularly, supported, and most importantly be exposed to and treat a variety of health needs. State-of-the-art facilities allow you to learn and utilize the latest in healthcare technology and process.
- As a federally qualified health center (FQHC), our integrated health clinics offer a unique opportunity for providers. Physicians care for patients throughout their continuum of health, administering primary, acute, and chronic care in both out-patient (ambulatory clinic) and in-patient settings (emergency, hospital, and area nursing care facilities as needed).
**Locations:**
Located in the heart of Othello's trade area, Medical Group's three service areas offer opportunity and a quality of life that is rare in todays busy world. Othello, Mattawa and Connell are a collection of communities that combine the best of small town America with easy access to large-city amenities.
Within three hours, enjoy professional football, baseball, basketball, and men and women's soccer, and the famous Pikes Place Market in downtown Seattle, Washington. Less than 90 minutes away find nightlife, concerts and music, mountain-town charm, and scenic views in Spokane or Tri-Cities. The Columbia Basin and surrounding area is also home to the country's finest wineries. Tour and taste at any of more than 300 local wineries, and attend one of the several annual wine festivals.
With no shortage of outdoor pursuit and adventure, the Columbia Basin offers everything from water sports to golfing and biking to bird watching, wildlife spotting, and hunting. Lake Coeur dAlene and Schweitzer Mountain are right at your fingertips with nearby rivers, lakes and mountains just minutes from your doorstep. Weekly Farmers Markets throughout the summer and the annual professional Adams County Fair and Rodeo assure there is no shortage of activity for anyone in the family.