Physician Assistant - San Diego, CA at QTC Medical Group California

Leidos QTC Health Services and our affiliated medical professional corporations (“PCs”), including QTC Medical Group Inc., collaborate closely with government and non-government customers to address current and future program needs within the health services domain. In coordination with the PCs, we specialize in disability-focused medical examinations, independent medical exams and review services, occupational health services, diagnostic testing, and case management solutions. As innovators, we focus on advancing technologies that improve service delivery, with a particular emphasis on enhancing accessibility for examinees in rural communities. With a proven track record of continuous improvement and steady growth, we now handle over 2 million appointments annually.

We are seeking a Physician Assistant Level I - V at our San Diego, CA clinic to help ensure our service members get the best care possible. You will play a vital role in the continued care of these men and women.

Your Role at QTC Medical Group Inc.:

As a Physician Assistant with QTC Medical Group Inc., a Leidos QTC Health Service affiliated professional corporation, you will conduct a variety of general medicine, occupational, and disability health examinations including, but not limited to:

• Reviewing medical history and associated records
• Interpreting clinical data
• Completing written reports and generating independent medical opinions (IMO)

The examinations may be completed in-person (in a clinic setting), in the examinee’s home, telephonically, at large event settings for the Reserve Health Readiness Program, or using telehealth platforms.

You will also have the ability to travel (up to 30%) to provide physical examinations for veterans and service members in multiple locations throughout the country. All travel expenses are covered and a per diem will be received. 

Pay Range:

Salary: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 with a potential annual bonus up to 30%.

Work Schedule, Location, and General Information:

• Generally, Monday - Friday, 8 working hour day (between 7:00 am - 6:00 pm), with weekend/evening schedules based on operational needs.
• 30% national travel
• Comprehensive onboarding and training program with progressive encounter complexity as job understanding and skills develop
• Fully staffed clinic to support operations.  
• We will pay for licensing, malpractice, CME costs, and more!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Physical exams for a variety of customers to include federal, defense and others.
• Occupational health exams to include pre- and post-employment and annual physicals.
• Written medical opinions based on provided medical records/information and acceptable clinical evidence (ACE)
• Provide telephonic and virtual exams
• Unique exam settings - homebound, event sites, etc.
• Completion of Veterans Benefits Administration Disability Benefit Questionnaires (DBQs)
• Provide primary medical evaluations to include, but not limited to: review of systems, pap smear, and range of motion
• Complete initial review and interpretation of diagnostic studies to include but not limited to:  laboratory, pulmonary function and ECG studies
• Documentation of examinee records in appropriate systems.
• Collaboration with other professional and clinical staff as needed and communicate with internal and client team members in determining the most effective and evidence-based way forward on behalf of the examinee population.

Competencies:

• Demonstrates compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service and care to the claimants.
• From a primary care perspective, be able to fully assess examinee health status through physical examinations.
• Collaborative, best proactive and informed standard of care-centric, decision-making skills
• Analytical ability necessary to evaluate and determine medical opinions.
• Technically competent with computers/tablets to include proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and using Electronic Medical Records
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety concepts and OSHA regulations

Education and/or Experience: (includes certificate & licenses)

Required:

• Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited university or college
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• Minimum 9 years of post-graduate primary care / internal medicine experience.
• Unrestricted State medical licensure without limitations to perform full scope of authorized practice in the state of hire.
• Valid BLS OR ACLS certification
• Ability to obtain DEA license
• Ability to earn and maintain clinical training/certifications as required by current and future contracts.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain government clearances (LARS, Public Trust, NACI, etc.) as required.
• Ability to pass a medical clearance consisting of passing an N95 respirator fit test, properly wearing organizational standard respiratory protective equipment as required, passing a Tuberculosis/TB test, and receiving a Hepatitis A/B vaccine series or passing a Hepatitis A/B Titer test and other medical clearances/vaccinations as required.   

Preferred:

• Experience conducting occupational/disability medical examinations

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. As a result, we offer meaningful and engaging careers to support you and your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to): geographic location, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Leidos QTC Health Services is a VEVRAA Federal contractor.  Leidos QTC Health Services and each of its affiliated PCs, including QTC Medical Group Inc., are Equal Opportunity Employers. We have an ongoing commitment to affirmative action and the creation of a workplace free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation. We recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, people with disabilities protected under law, and protected veteran status.

* This job description supersedes all prior job descriptions and is intended to describe the general content and essential requirements for the position listed above. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to add or change the duties of this position as required at any time.

Experience

• 9 - 14 years: Post-graduate primary care experience.

Education

• High School Diploma or better
• Bachelors or better
• Masters or better

• GED or better

Licenses & Certifications

• CPR
• Physician Assistant

Skills

• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Provider Relations
• Professionalism
• Medical Documentation
• Interpersonal
• Human Anatomy/Physiology
• Electronic Medical Records
• Customer Service
• Computer Literacy
• Collaboration
• Analytical

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
• Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks