We are seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant - Pediatrics for a 60-day assignment in Oregon. Our client offers a schedule of Monday - Friday from 2pm-8pm or Monday - Thursday from 1pm-8pm. This role requires comfort working as the sole provider from 5pm-8pm, managing mostly pediatric primary care with some acute cases, and conducting 15 or 30 minute appointments.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Comfortably work as the sole provider during specific hours.
• Conduct 15 or 30 minute patient appointments.
• Manage a diverse range of pediatric primary care and acute cases.
• Perform well-child visits and preventive care, including routine physicals, growth monitoring, developmental screening, and immunizations.
• Address newborn and infant concerns such as feeding difficulties, jaundice follow-up, and weight gain.
• Treat upper respiratory infections, ear infections, asthma, and seasonal allergies.
• Diagnose and manage sore throat, strep throat, and various gastrointestinal illnesses including constipation.
• Provide chronic condition management.
• Evaluate and treat fever and viral illnesses such as influenza, COVID-19, and RSV.
• Manage skin conditions and rashes, including eczema, dermatitis, viral rashes, and minor skin infections.
• Address ADHD and behavioral concerns, along with childhood anxiety and mental health issues.
• Assess and support developmental delays in speech, motor, social, and milestone areas.
• Perform minor procedures like simple sutures, minor foreign body removals, and incision and drainage (I&D).

Additional Information

• Board Certifications: Pediatrics
• Other Required Certifications: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• EMR: Epic
• Setting: Outpatient (Clinic Only)
• Patients per day: 18-22
• LOA: 60 Days
• Staffing Mix: 1 APP and 1-2 CMAs and front desk

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities