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The Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine is seeking a **_Physician Assistant_** to manage the day-to-day clinical operational activities at the PepsiCo Las Vegas plant. The position reports directly to the Central/MidWest Regional Coordinator for the PepsiCo/JHU partnership. The position also works closely with the Executive Director, Medical Director, and Assistant Director of the Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

+ Provide on-site services forty (40) hours per week at the PepsiCo clinic in Las Vegas.

+ Triage and treat, as appropriate, minor work-related and non-work-related injuries and illnesses.

+ Dispense over the counter and prescription medications in accordance with pre-established standing orders to employees with minor work-related and non-work-related concerns (for example, back pain, headache, and pharyngitis).

+ Provide on-site specimen/lab collection (venipuncture) for employees presenting lab orders from their PCP.

+ Perform urine drug screening and breath alcohol testing in accordance with company protocol.

+ Provide on-site assessments for acute and chronic illnesses, such as strep pharyngitis, UTI, influenza, hypertension, hyperglycemia, and hypoglycemia.

+ Provide support and case management for both work-related and non-work-related conditions to reduce illness and absenteeism.

+ Coordinate second opinions for employees absent due to workers' compensation or disability, as necessary in adherence with company protocols.

+ Coordinate annual seasonal influenza vaccination program.

+ Coordinate, plan, and deliver monthly health education seminars and general wellness events.

+ Provide referrals for PepsiCo employees who need the attention of a primary care physician or specialist in adherence to company protocols.

+ Perform on-site physical assessments (DOT, return to work, work-related injuries) as required by PepsiCo.

+ Provide on-site patient education regarding illnesses, medications, treatments, etc.

+ Work collaboratively with patients and their PCP/Specialist to facilitate early diagnosis and management of acute and chronic health problems.

_Administrative services provided to PepsiCo include_

+ Maintain and revise, as needed, standardized procedures, protocols, and standing orders.

+ Maintain adequate clinical supplies.

+ Maintain Letter of Permit Exception with the Nevada Department of Health/CLIA required for lab testing provided on-site.

+ Maintain patient electronic medical records.

_Work collaboratively with the Benefits and Safety teams_

+ To coordinate and plan health and wellness events and initiatives.

+ To manage workers’ compensation claims.

+ To expand clinic services and reach.

+ Provide crisis management/intervention, as needed.

+ Provide general medical advice to the PepsiCo Human Resources and Safety/Risk Management departments.

+ Ensure the provision of prompt, appropriate clinical care to all patients in accordance with PepsiCo and Johns Hopkins University protocols, State regulations, and professional standards.

+ Develop relationships with clinical providers in the area to provide back-up clinical care.

+ Ensure timely and appropriate problem resolution and follow-up to

+ PepsiCo employees as required.

+ Ensure all patients receive prompt, courteous, friendly, and professional attention to their needs and requests.

+ Ensure PepsiCo's onsite clinic facilities are neat, clean, and attractive.

+ Develop and implement new administrative policies and procedures as needed to ensure the smooth operation of PepsiCo's onsite clinics.

+ Conduct yourself in an exemplary fashion to achieve goals.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Analytical ability is necessary to evaluate and determine the health status of the patient and implement proper care.

+ Interpersonal skills necessary to interview, teach, and counsel patients and interact with clients/employers.

+ A comprehensive understanding of outpatient adult medicine, patient care procedures, medical protocols, and testing procedures is necessary.

+ Must have general computer knowledge and the ability to use computerized medical information systems.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Bachelor's Degree; Certification by the NCCPA or similar national certifying body; Completion of a CAAHEP-certified Physician Assistant program

+ Must be licensed in the state where practicing

+ National Board Certification

+ BLS certification

+ Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Minimum twelve months of related experience (adult medicine).

+ Experience in Occupational Medicine, Workers’ Compensation, and DOT exams.

+ DOT Medical Examiner.

+ Certified Urine Drug Screen Collector.

+ Certified Breath Alcohol Technician.

Classified Title: Physician Assistant

Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MG

Starting Salary Range: $104,000 - $152,900 Annually ($135,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday / Varying

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department name: SOM DOM Occupational Health

Personnel area: School of Medicine

The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.

Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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