Physician Assistant

Duffy Health Center is a patient-centered medical home, and every role requires functioning effectively using a team-based approach.

Position is responsible for providing professional medical care for Duffy Health Center patients at Duffy Health Center facility and outreach sites at the direction of Duffy Health Center. Consistent with the delineation of privileges, work includes examining patients, conducting systematic and comprehensive physical assessments, developing and monitoring plan of care for patients, and collaborating with members of the integrated team of professionals at Duffy Health Center to provide for the overall well-being of patients.

Statement of Duties

Duffy Health Center is a patient-centered medical home, and every role requires functioning effectively using a team-based approach. Position is responsible for providing professional medical care for Duffy Health Center patients at Duffy Health Center facility and outreach sites at the direction of Duffy Health Center. Consistent with the delineation of privileges, work includes examining patients, conducting systematic and comprehensive physical assessments, developing and monitoring plan of care for patients, and collaborating with members of the integrated team of professionals at Duffy Health Center to provide for the overall well-being of patients. This position is deemed essential* in the DHC Emergency Operations Plan.

Position Functions

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.



1. Obtains detailed medical history from patients, records and maintains information in the patients’ medical charts.

2. Examines patients, conducts systematic comprehensive physical assessment, records and maintains information in the medical record

3. Prescribes appropriate medications and treatments, provides follow-up care, and evaluates the effectiveness of care.

4. Consults with the Chief Medical Officer, collaborating physician and specialist physicians as appropriate to optimize patient care in accordance with collaborative practice agreement and privileges granted.

5. Promotes patient health through education and primary prevention, provides patient education regarding medications, treatments, anticipated outcomes, and referrals.

6. May perform office procedures in accordance with privileges granted by the Duffy Health Center Board of Directors.

7. Works effectively with members of the Duffy Health Center team of professionals, as well as outside agencies and organizations.

8. Responsible for afterhours coverage as part of Duffy Health Center Medical call rotation.

9. Conducts research pertinent to patient care.

10. Meets agency productivity standards.

11. Performs routine administrative duties; prepares, records, and maintains client information in a timely fashion, using Duffy Health Center electronic medical records system.

12. Completes all required paperwork and prepares reports and correspondence timely.

13. Coordinates with patients and front-desk staff regarding appointment schedule, missed appointments, rescheduled appointments, and follow-up appointments.

14. Participates in peer review by performing chart review and works with the Quality Improvement Committee on quality improvement projects. Serves on one Duffy committee.

15. Attends and participates in staff meetings and other required meetings.

16. Maintains current licensure and certification for the position and participates in continuing medical education to stay abreast of practices and trends.

Excellent Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package offered including loan repayment

Sign on bonus after 90 days

Apply Today

Interested candidates should email cover letter and resume. To view full job description and apply visit: www.duffyhealthcenter.org.

Duffy Health Center is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce. We actively encourage applicants from minority racial and ethnic backgrounds, as well as historically marginalized groups. This includes but is not limited to LGBTQ persons and people with lived experiences of homelessness or recovery.

Education and Experience

A candidate for this position must have a master’s degree as a Physician Assistant

Experience working at a Community Health Center or with underserved or minoritized populations a plus.

Licenses and Certifications Required

Must be licensed as a Physician Assistant in the state of MA, and successfully complete the credentialing process; must maintain current DPH, DEA, NP, CPR, and CCH privileges

Duffy Health Center is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce. We actively encourage applicants from minority racial and ethnic backgrounds, as well as historically marginalized groups. This includes but is not limited to LGBTQ persons and people with lived experiences of homelessness or recovery.

Annual competitive incentive program

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday