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Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Physician Assistant to join their team. The primary responsibilities include conducting history and physical examinations, managing obstetric and gynecological cases, providing health education, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive patient care.

Responsibilities / Job Duties

• Performs history and physical examinations on adults and children, including pre-employment and school physicals.
• Conducts Pap smears, breast examinations, and prescribes birth control as appropriate.
• Gathers complete medical history and provides treatment for various diseases.
• Reviews lab tests and diagnostic imaging, and arranges appropriate follow-up.
• Participates in provider meetings and quality assurance activities.
• Responds to calls from pharmacies, other physicians, and patients for medical advice.
• Assists in the training of staff and participates in chart review activities.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements

Education

• Equivalent to a Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• State of California Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience seeing OB patients in an outpatient clinic.
• Experience focused on obstetrics and gynecology, including prenatal and postpartum care, labor & delivery involvement, and managing pregnancy-related conditions.
• Prenatal care and OB triage experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of nursing processes and medical models.
• Proficiency in health and physical assessments, medical diagnosis, and performing emergency resuscitation.
• Ability to communicate effectively and manage clinic operations.

Additional Requirements

• Must provide proof of up-to-date COVID-19 vaccinations, including booster doses when eligible.

Schedule / Shift

5 days a week / 40 hours a week

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

• Our client complies with federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites all qualified applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.