Medical Provider - Physician Assistant - PRN or Contract

Description

Are you looking for adventure? Utah Navajo Health System, Inc. is looking for a hard-working, dedicated Medical Provider to work full time in Monument Valley, Utah. We are a large company with 4 medical and 5 dental clinics spread throughout beautiful San Juan County.San Juan County is the perfect place for an outdoor adventurer or anyone wanting a break from buildings and pavement. Hiking, biking, ATV riding, and breathtaking views are all close at hand. You will be working in an area rich in a variety of cultures and people. We know there is someone out there that will make an excellent addition to our medical team to help increase availability of medical care in our area. Someone who gets along well with others, is thorough and efficient, can follow company procedures, and has amazing customer service.

• Location: Montezuma Creek, Utah
• PRN or Contract

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This position will carry out the following responsibilities:

1. Provide direct patient care services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up in accordance with scope of practice.
2. Perform comprehensive physical examinations and obtain detailed patient medical histories.
3. Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory and imaging studies.
4. Develop and implement treatment plans, including prescribing medications in accordance with state and federal regulations.
5. Provide patient education on disease prevention, health maintenance, and treatment plans.
6. Collaborate with supervising physicians and healthcare team members to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
7. Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
8. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, including adherence to UDS and clinical performance metrics.
9. Respond to patient inquiries, manage follow-up care, and coordinate referrals to specialists as needed.
10. Participate in clinical meetings, case reviews, and interdisciplinary team discussions.
11. Maintain compliance with all UNHS policies, HIPAA regulations, and applicable federal, state, and tribal laws.
12. Maintain professional licensure, certifications, and continuing education requirements.
13. Perform other duties as assigned by supervising physician or UNHS leadership.

Core Competencies

• Clinical knowledge and diagnostic skills
• Patient-centered care and communication
• Critical thinking and decision-making
• Team collaboration and coordination
• Cultural competence and sensitivity
• Professionalism and ethical practice

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current Physician Assistant license in the State of Utah (or ability to obtain).
• Current DEA registration (or ability to obtain).
• Current BLS (CPR/AED) certification.
• Strong clinical knowledge and ability to provide patient care independently within scope.

Preferred

• Minimum of 2–3 years of clinical experience in primary care or outpatient setting.
• Experience in rural healthcare, tribal health systems, or Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs).
• Familiarity with Navajo Nation healthcare environment and cultural considerations.

As a Tribal Organization the Utah Navajo Health System, Inc. (UNHS) treats patients with high risk and underlying chronic medical conditions. Therefore, UNHS requires its employees to show proof of immunization prior to their employment with UNHS or during their employment. Below is a list of immunizations/vaccinations required to be employed or to continue employment with UNHS.
The immunizations/vaccinations include but not limited to following:

• MMR (Measles Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella): Documentation of two MMR vaccines (OR) Documentation of MMR titers.
• Complete Hepatitis B vaccine series (3 doses), documented proof of titers indicating immunity, or a declination that may be signed upon arrival.
• Proof of up-to-date PPD skin testing, if previously negative (OR) Proof of positive PPD skin test with the most recent chest x-ray and treatment history.
• Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap).
• Varicella titers, history of varicella or varicella immunization series.
• Influenza vaccine for the current year.
• COVID-19 vaccine
• Any other vaccinations as requested.

UNHS would not be able to achieve our goal of quality equitable healthcare for people living in southeastern Utah without our committed and competent staff. UNHS continually attracts the most devoted healthcare professionals and administrators this region has to offer.We offer the opportunity to work with a dynamic team providing care to medically underserved communities.
UNHS hires in accordance with EEOC standards. The UNHS gives preference to eligible and qualified applicants in accordance with the Navajo preference in Employment Act preference.