Qualifications:
$133,156 - $147,952 Annual *based on full time (1.0 FTE)
Community Information:
Fairview is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our primary care practice at M Health Fairview Clinic – Hugo. Join a collegial and busy practice, located in the growing community of Hugo, MN.
Practice Details:
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9 primary care providers.
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Patient encounters average 18-22 patients per day.
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Full time is 34 patient contact hours per week.
- Openings: 0.8 FTE - 1.0 FTE (Full Time).
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As a Pioneer Accountable Care Organization (ACO), our physicians use a multidisciplinary team approach in managing clinical care.
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Fully integrated Electronic Medical Record (EPIC)
Responsibilities
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Assess health status for specific patient populations using advanced practice knowledge and skills.
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Obtains relevant health and medical history.
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Performs a physical examination based on age and medical history.
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Performs/orders preventative and diagnostic procedures based on the patient's age and history.
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Identifies health and medical risk factors.
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Identifies acute and chronic health problems.
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Appropriately orders and accurately interprets diagnostic results.
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Develops and implements an individualized plan of care.
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Establishes practice agreements with collaborating physician.
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Collaborates with health care team members in developing realistic care expectations.
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Determines effectiveness of treatment plan with documentation of patient care outcomes.
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Revises and modifies the care plan as needed to achieve health and medical goals.
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Refers care to other health care professionals and community agencies as needed.
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Prescribes pharmacologic (including controlled substances) and non-pharmacologic agents.
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Communicates effectively with patients and family for understanding of diagnosis, treatment plan, and need for follow-up care.
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Provides education to patients, families or caregivers as needed.
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Documents according to established guidelines to facilitate ongoing quality care in a timely manner.
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Responds in a timely manner to phone calls regarding patient needs.
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Contributes to effective and efficient practice management policies and practices that support patient access to medical care.
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Participates in access planning for applicable area or population.
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Supports appropriate billing for professional service through timely documentation and maintaining adequate knowledge of FVC billing policies and procedures.
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Adheres to all relevant policies, procedures, and practice guidelines.
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Assists with the preparation for JCAHO and other regulatory surveys.
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Manages patient care through appropriate use of available resources.
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Appropriately prescribes and orders ancillary services.
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Utilizes Fairview referral network appropriately.
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Manages chronic health/disease conditions.
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Provides leadership for clinical and support staff.
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Serves as a resource to support staff, enhancing quality of care.
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Participates in the training, orientation, and evaluation of clinical and support staff.
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Participates in appropriate clinical investigation relevant to specific patient population.
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Responds to nursing staff educational needs in formal and informal venue demonstrating nursing procedures, charting procedures, and reviewing pathophysiology of disease and new treatment modalities.
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Serves as consultant and role model for nursing staff.
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Maintains competence and professional development. Engages in continuing education.
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Is active in professional and other appropriate organizations.
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Demonstrates behaviors that support performance improvement activities.
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Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served
Community Information:
M Health Fairview Clinic - Hugo
Hugo is a growing suburban city northeast of the Twin Cities, known for its small‑town feel and natural surroundings. It offers a mix of new developments, lakes, and open spaces while still providing convenient access to Minneapolis–St. Paul.
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https://www.ci.hugo.mn.us/
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https://www.greatermsp.org/
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http://www.education.state.mn.us
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http://www.exploreminnesota.com
Qualifications:
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Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant training program.
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BC/BE through NCCPA.
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Licensed or ability to obtain a PA license with prescriptive authority through the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice.
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Ability to obtain and /or maintain DEA certification for the State of Minnesota.
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Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges (if required).
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2+ Years of Experience required.
