Physician Assistant

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Position Overview

The Physician Assistant (PA) provides high-quality, patient-centered primary care to individuals under the supervision of a licensed physician. Practicing within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), the PA supports improved health outcomes through clinical excellence, patient education, and primary care, with a commitment to serving diverse populations in West Michigan. This role requires adherence to professional standards, licensing regulations, and internal policies, including ethical conduct and confidentiality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and obtain patient histories.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests such as lab work, imaging, and EKGs.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions according to evidence-based practice.
• Perform therapeutic procedures including injections, wound care, immunizations, suturing, and infection management.
• Develop and implement treatment plans; prescribe medications per licensure and scope of practice.
• Provide patient and family education on health maintenance, disease prevention, and therapeutic regimens.
• Document all patient interactions and care provided accurately in the EMR system.
• Refer patients to specialists or other providers as medically indicated.
• Participate in quality assurance and peer review activities.
• Attend clinical meetings and contribute to department and agency goals.
• Maintain a courteous and professional demeanor with patients, families, and staff.
• Support compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and organizational standards.

Core Competencies and Expectations

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and interruptions.
• Effective communication skills (verbal, written, and digital).
• Demonstrated professionalism in interactions with diverse patient populations.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a team-based, fast-paced care environment.
• Commitment to quality improvement and patient-centered care.
• Uphold confidentiality and display sound judgment in clinical decision-making.

Education and Licensure

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification.
• Current DEA registration (or eligible to obtain).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; ACLS preferred.
• Completion of required Continuing Medical Education (CME) for licensure and credentialing.

Benefits

Muskegon Family Care is the ideal setting for a Physician Assistant who is dedicated to serving the underserved/vulnerable population. Working with diverse populations and participating in a team-oriented environment, Muskegon Family Care professionals witness the critical need for comprehensive, accessible, affordable, quality care on a daily basis.

• Competitive salary
• Flexible hours — No weekend/holidays
• Federal Tort Claims Act malpractice coverage
• Reasonable call schedules
• 401K — Safe Harbor Contributions — We match 100% up to 3% employee contribution; 50% for the next 2% employee contribution (4‑5%)
• Loan repayment through the National Health Services Corps, the Michigan State Loan Repayment Program, and NURSE Corps Loan Repayment Program

Full Time (Monday‑Friday)

2201 S. Getty St., Muskegon, MI 49444

Entry level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care

MFC is a Federally Qualified Health Center that aims to improve the overall health and wellness of our community by promoting the physical, emotional and spiritual well-being of our families through comprehensive healthcare and other essential services. As a community health center we provide a range of services far greater than an ordinary doctors office. We develop programs and services to meet the changing needs of our community, together we create a healthier community.

We commit to serving our patients and our staff through our ICARE values of innovation, within a compassionate environment for all, providing access to the care needed and treating all with great respect, and offering education opportunities that result in healthy outcomes. We are better together. Teamwork makes the Dreamwork.