Company Description:
Dermatology of New Mexico is an independent physician practice. Our mission at Dermatology of New Mexico is to strive for outstanding services and excellence in care regarding all aspects of Dermatology, including medical, surgical, cosmetic, and aesthetics treatments. We take the time to tailor a one-of-a-kind treatment plan for each of our patients. We believe our patients’ skin is uniquely theirs and their skin care should reflect that.
Dermatology of New Mexico offers a variety of treatment options to help create the best results for our patients. Our Dermatologists are certified by the American Board of Dermatology and are members of the American Academy of Dermatology. As a Physician Assistant in our practice, you will join a team of medical professionals who are committed to helping you create a future for yourself as a Physician Assistant. This full-time position offers great benefits, such as medical, dental, vacation hours, and retirement.
Full Job Description:
We are seeking a Physician Assistant who is dedicated to dermatology, compassionate about patient care, hardworking and driven to compliment the company's culture.
The Physician Assistant provides quality, medical dermatological care by treating conditions of the skin while ensuring the highest standard of patient care, under the supervision of a board-certified physician. Provides advanced practice health care services as well as documentation of services, collaboration with colleagues, clinical leadership and with supervising physicians. Participates in quality assurance and demonstrates a commitment to quality health care.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Examines, diagnoses, treats and/or refers Dermatology patients on an out-patient basis. Prescribes pharmaceuticals, recommends skin treatments and advice on skin health tips and best practices.
2. Refers clients for appropriate specialty care services, lab and imaging studies and any other ancillary services that are appropriate for patient’s management and care consulting with supervising physician as needed.
3. Maintains electronic health records (EHR) for each patient seen in accordance with the Center’s established Health Information Management policies and procedures providing appropriate, legible documentation.
4. Assures continuity of care by providing medical services on a timely basis as per Clinic schedule within the Center’s scope of practice and the Physician Assistants training.
5. Reviews all lab and pathology reports for patients under his/her care on a timely basis and makes medical management decisions appropriately with supervising physicians as needed.
6. Maintains appropriate productivity standards of specialty as established by the Practice. Maintains appropriate and efficient patient flow and minimizes schedule changes and absences.
7. Provides excellent internal/external customer service via telephone, electronically, fax or face-to-face contact to assist patients with their health care needs.
8. Follows established departmental and clinic policies, procedures, and objectives. Contributes to continuous quality improvements objectives and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
9. Participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs as needed. Attends and participates in clinic meetings, departmental meetings and other clinic functions as required by the Center when applicable.
10. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Salary
100k-250k depending on experience.
Benefits/Perks
Continuing Education
401(k) matching
Dental Insurance
Disability insurance
Employee discount
Free Parking
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s Degree from an accredited university in a Physician Assistant Program
Must have current unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant from the New Mexico Medical Board
Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Physician Assistant specializing in Dermatology.
Must be registered and have current DEA
Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus but not required.
Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Physical Demands
A Significant amount of walking and assisting patients, some heavy lifting may be required (up to 50 lbs.); data entry (typing).
Education Required
Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)
Licenses & Certifications Required
PA-C
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Physician Assistant
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identification, marital status, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status.