Physician Assistant - Certified​/Walk-in Clinic​/

Description

At Island Health, people are at the center of everything we do. As a part of the Walk‑in Clinics Team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our mission to care for those who care for others. You’ll help create a positive and seamless experience for every team member — ensuring they feel valued, supported, and heard.

• Location:
  
  Anacortes, WA, Onsite
• Schedule:
  
  Full Time / Variable
  • Four day work week
  • Urgent Care/Walk In Clinic shifts will include rotating weekend shifts
• Salary: $141,275 - $155,403 – DOE
• Potential Sign‑on Bonus: $5,000
• Other Possible Benefits:
  • Loan Repayment Programs – Eligible for PSLF
  • Relocation Assistance

• Provides patient treatment through establishing diagnosis and treatment plans.
• Orders appropriate labs, diagnostic imaging, and completes processes to facilitate patient treatment plans.
• Consult by telephone with patients and other health care providers.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all patient visits, plans and communications.
• Participate fully in quality assurance activities and measures.
• Participate fully in scheduled provider meetings, other meetings and/or projects as assigned.
• Must have demonstrated ability to interact positively with Administration, Directors, Managers, Supervisors, peers, co‑workers, subordinates, patients and visitors.
• Function at all times within Island Hospital’s guidelines for HIPAA compliance and confidentiality requirements.
• Must have regular attendance standard and must stay at or below average sick leave utilization levels.
• This position makes decisions about the assessment and diagnosis of health issues; conducts physical exams; orders appropriate laboratory and other diagnostic tests; develops and implements treatment plans for acute and chronic illnesses; prescribes appropriate medications; monitors patient status; educates and counsels patients and their families.
• Decisions referred to a higher authority include second opinions for surgery; management of complex patients; and evaluation and treatment of infertility.
• Decisions dictated by policy or procedure include certain drug regimens which are dictated by formulary; breast exam guidelines; abnormal PAP smear follow‑up and well‑adult care guidelines.
• Knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and the experience/skills to identify each patient's treatment plan relative to his/her age‑specific needs.
• Ability to navigate EMR to document patient information.

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of evidence‑based therapeutic modalities (CBT, DBT, trauma‑informed care, etc.).
• Crisis assessment and intervention expertise.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a healthcare setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health records.
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively.

• Ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of Urgent Care, Walk In Clinic or Family Medicine experience and will require some clinical independence.
• Successful completion of an approved Physician Assistant program.
• Active Washington State Physician Assistant License or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner License or the ability to obtain one.
• BLS certification.
• Ability to maintain licensure and required continuing education.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Benefits
• Life Insurance and Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Vested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs
• Employee Recognition Events and a supportive, community‑focused team

Apply today and take the next step in your career with Island Health.