Physician Assistant

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct physical examinations and develop treatment plans.

• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions.

• Prescribe medications within scope of practice and supervisory authority.

• Administer immunizations and preventive health services.

• Document all patient encounters accurately and timely.

• Participate in DAC meetings when requested.

• Coordinate referrals for specialized or emergency care.

• Collaborate with behavioral health and substance abuse staff.

• Maintain infection control and HIPAA compliance standards.

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Utah Physician Assistant license.

• Valid DEA registration with prescribing authority.

• Current professional liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence.

• Ability to pass required background screening and drug testing.

• Experience in primary care; experience with adolescent/young adult populations preferred.

• Ability to work both independently and under physician supervision as required by state law.

Supervisory Requirement

• Must maintain a current Supervisory Agreement with a licensed Physician in accordance with Utah regulations.

• Supervisory Agreement must support prescribing authority, including controlled substances.

• All licenses and supervisory agreements must remain active during the full contract performance period