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Samaritas Physician Assistant in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Position Details
Welcome to Samaritas Nation!
Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides.
This Grand Rapids based position will provide both Medication Assisted Treatment for Substance Use Disorders and Psychiatric Services.
Samaritas is a non-profit organization and employees often qualify for several different Federal and/or State student loan repayment programs.
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This position has a pay rate of $93,600.00 annual wage.
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What's In It For You
Some of the benefits you may receive are:
Full Time/Part TimeCompetitive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
Company paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee)
Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees)
Retirement Plan (403b) - Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133%
Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals
Awesome Employee Discounts
UKG Wallet - Pre-Pay Options
Plus, many more benefits
Contingent
Retirement Plan (403b) – Contributions
Awesome Employee Discounts
UKG Wallet - Pre-Pay Options
The Physician Assistant promotes and maintains health by providing psychiatric and medical services working with a participating physician in accordance with established guidelines. He/she is to participate with leadership for the medical oversight of the medical needs of SUD, Foster Care, New Americans and Adoptions.
Duties and Responsibilities
Conducts physical examinations
Instructs and counsels patients by describing therapeutic regimens; providing counselling on emotional problems of daily living; promoting wellness and health maintenance
Provide patients with written prescription notes.
Provide continuity of care by developing and implementing patient management plans
Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records
Provide leadership and guidance for the policies and growth of physical health services
Maintain appropriate and necessary communication with staff regarding responses to orders implemented and changes in client condition
Will evaluate and when appropriate prescribe MAT medication, including to but not limited to Buprenorphine and Vivitrol, under the direction of a waivered physician as part of an interdisciplinary treatment approach to substance use
Job Qualifications
Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification
Master degree in PA studies or equivalent required
Pass the National Boards exam through the National Commission on Certifying Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and maintain current certification
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan License as a Physician Assistant that is in good standing
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan DEA License with ability to prescribe MAT and Controlled Substance License that is in good standing
Will acquire and maintain appropriate DEA waivered status to prescribe MAT
Will acquire and maintain appropriate training requirements applicable to MAT
Prior experience working with an interdisciplinary team is preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Ability to apply commonsense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic forms
Knowledge of various substances of abuse, the disease of addiction and signs and symptoms of detoxification
Knowledge of process and procedures to complete medical evaluations for youth and adolescents
Ability to use an Electronic Medical Record system
Must be able to function in an independent team setting, be flexible in attitude, and desire to provide holistic care for clients
Ability to understand and follow oral & written directions
Good interpersonal communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality with client, employee and organization information
Ability and willingness to work as part of a team in achieving common goals
Ability to work constructively with staff and other stakeholders
Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural context. Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English. Strong oral and written communication skills with ability to prepare letters, summaries and reports using prescribed format and conforming to rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and style
Ability to manage multiple functions of a complex organization. Strong organizational skills
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Requisition Number2024-10793
Employee TypeFull-Time
Hours Per Pay Period80
ShiftDay
Work HoursVaried/8 Hour Shift
Weekends and/or Holidays RequiredNo
On Call RequiredNo
Position LocationUS-MI-Grand Rapids