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Samaritas Physician Assistant in Belding, 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.
APPLY TODAY! #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve!
This position has a pay rate of $95,000.00 annual wage.
What's In It For You
Some of the benefits you may receive are:
Competitive 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
The Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner is accountable to the Vice President of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Services for providing the delivery of and supervision of medical services for Samaritas’ medication-assisted treatment program and for the delivery of physical health services for different departments. 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
Medical Screening of clients
Physical Assessments of clients
Prescribing of medication for clients
Monitoring of clients per policy & procedures
Maintain accurate client 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
Report to the Vice President and SUD Director
Job Qualifications
Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification
Master’s degree in PA studies or equivalent required
Hold valid licensure, certification and/or registration to practice medicine in the State of Michigan
Waivered to deliver Buprenorphine
Valid State and Federal licenses to prescribe and administer MAT medication
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 Number2024-10465
Employee TypeFull-Time
Hours Per Pay Period80
ShiftDay
Work HoursVaried/8 Hour Shift
Weekends and/or Holidays RequiredNo
On Call RequiredNo
Position LocationUS-MI-Belding