Family Physician Assistant

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Long Island Select Healthcare Inc. (LISH) is a comprehensive network of community health centers. We are a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides Article 16 and 28 clinic services at 8 locations across Suffolk County, New York. We are a multi-specialty healthcare provider caring for our community through Primary and Specialty Medical Care, Dental, Behavioral Health, Audiology, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Language Pathology.

We currently provide care to over 7,000 patients and have an annual operating revenue of $22m.

LISH is a forward-thinking, community-oriented organization! We are a certified NYS Patient-Centered Medical Home, with a mission to make a difference in our community. Our unique offerings include a robust Chronic Care Management program, Telemedicine & Virtual Care services and integrated Primary & Behavioral Healthcare.

The Family Physician Assistant plays a crucial role in delivering comprehensive healthcare services to patients of all ages within the Long Island Select Healthcare Inc. facilities. This position involves collaborating closely with physicians to assess, diagnose, and treat a variety of medical conditions, ensuring that patients receive high-quality care tailored to their individual needs. The Family Physician Assistant will also be responsible for educating patients about their health, preventive care, and managing chronic conditions, thereby promoting overall wellness in the community.

By maintaining accurate medical records and following up on patient progress, this role contributes significantly to the continuity of care. Ultimately, the Family Physician Assistant is dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes and fostering a supportive healthcare environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant studies or a related field.
• Current certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) and valid state licensure.

• Experience in family medicine or primary care settings.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or other languages.

• Assessment and diagnosis of patients presenting with various clinical problems and complaints.
• Will provide relevant information about the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) and Chronic Care Management program (CCM) program including brochures, that describe the values and goals of the program to patients. The information disseminated will be based upon the person’s role as it relates to patient care within LISH .
• Will obtain a waiver if not already on file for Medically Assisted Treatment for those suffering substance use disorders. This will include obtaining the waiver within 60 days of hire . Time will be allotted during the hours of LISH to accomplish this.
• Will become proficient in telemedicine and provide care via this platform as required.
• Will assist in the educational growth of the agency by allowing students to shadow as needed.
• Will be available if needed for committees such as Quality assurance, peer review and root cause analysis to provide periodic input into the work flow and improvements of the agency.
• Devise, implement and evaluate plans of care utilizing sound clinical judgments based on assessment of the physical, psychological and emotional needs of the clients.
• Consult, refer and collaborate with other disciplines involved in the delivery of total patient care.
• Document all activity utilizing appropriate medical record forms.
• Participate in ongoing educational programs to maintain clinical skills and proficiencies .

The required skills for this position include strong clinical assessment abilities, which are essential for accurately diagnosing and treating patients. Excellent communication skills are vital for effectively educating patients and collaborating with healthcare team members. Organizational skills are necessary to manage patient records and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. Preferred skills, such as bilingual proficiency, enhance the ability to connect with a diverse patient population, improving overall patient satisfaction.

Additionally, proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems streamlines documentation and enhances the efficiency of patient care.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate,…