Physician Assistant - Family

COMPANY OVERVIEW

CentroMed is 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that provides healthcare for all populations is a primary care provider and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with multiple locations throughout San Antonio and the New Braunfels area. Over the past 50 years,

CentroMed has changed lives while remaining dedicated to the mission and vision of being a premier healthcare provider in the community. Join our team of dedicated professionals in providing comprehensive care and quality customer service to our community.

Founded in 1971 by CEO and President Ernesto Gomez, PHD, CentroMed has grown from a community-based program focused on providing culturally competent care for underserved populations, to a network of high-quality healthcare clinics across San Antonio and New Braunfels providing full- service health and dental care to all populations, regardless of income limitations.

We are a mission focused organization that wants to be the heart of our communities. We invite you to visit CentroMed and discover how we can be your medical home.

MISSION

We improve lives through improving the well-being of families through high quality, compassionate health care.

CORE VALUES

RESPECT We treat all persons with dignity and compassion

INTEGRITY We build trust through honesty, word and deed

EXCELLENCE We use best practices to deliver exceptional quality care

AFFORDABILITY We manage resources to provide affordable health care

TEAMWORK We work together as a team in the interest of patient care

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

• Competitive Compensation
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans 403(B)- Company Match Contributions
• Basic Life Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance for your Spouse & Children
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Wellness Employee Assistance (EAP)
• Travel Reimbursement
• Critical Illness insurance, hospital indemnity, accident insurance - These are additional benefits that fit your needs & lifestyle & help you feel extra protected
• Additional benefits include: Paid company holidays, plus (2) extra floating holidays, paid time off/ vacation time, career development opportunities and many other benefits in a collaborative culture that focuses on work life balance, innovation, & teamwork.
• Benefits start after 30 days
• Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment
• Plus More

JOB SUMMARY:

We are searching for our next SUPER STAR! As our next certified Physician’s Assistant, you will provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment and counsel patients.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides general physical examinations, medical evaluations and screening to clinic patients.
• Shares responsibility in joint practice collaboration with the Medical Director in providing on-going supervision of patient treatment modalities, progress and compliance.
• Provides diagnostic, treatment, and preventive medicine as indicated by mid-level Delegation protocol and/or Medical Director's consultation, in accordance with Texas State Board of Medical Examiner's Standing Delegation Order 193.1-193.8.
• Uses appropriate clinical judgment in treatment of patients in emergency situations when the physician is not immediately available. Such treatment is followed by physician consultation and/or referral as soon as possible.
• Makes appropriate specialty referrals when necessary, seeking prior consultation with on-site physician if needed.
• Assists in maintaining medical inventory.
• Abides by infection control policies and procedures as dictated in the Centro del Barrio Infection Control Manual.
• Abides by policies and procedures on hazardous materials as dictated in the Employee Safety Manual.
• Participates in the agency’s Quality Improvement Program.
• Abides by all safety policies as dictated in the Employee Safety Manual.
• Demonstrates competence with patients aged 0 and older.
• Performs other duties as necessary for the Program.

Qualifications:

Graduate from an approved Certified Physician's Assistant Program, and certified to practice in the State of Texas.

Registered in Texas (see Texas State Board of Medical Examiners Physician's Assistant Chapter 185.3 Registry.

• Experience: Experience in a family practice or community health setting preferred
• Other: Bilingual/Bicultural (preferred).

Knowledge of Hispanic cultural influences/practices and a general understanding of the population being served.

CentroMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.