Physician Assistant (DOM Occupational Health)

We are seeking a Physician Assistant whose position involves providing clinical and administrative services at the Mack Truck/Volvo on‑site clinic. The position reports directly to the Regional Manager for the Mack Truck/JHU partnership and works closely with the Medical Director and Division Administrator of the Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide on‑site services forty (40) hours per week at the Mack Truck/Volvo facility in Macungie, PA.
• Triage and treat work‑related and non‑work‑related injuries and illnesses.
• Dispense over the counter and prescription medications in accordance with pre‑established standing orders for employees with work‑related and non‑work‑related illnesses/injuries.
• Provide on‑site specimen and lab collection for employees presenting lab orders from their PCP.
• Perform urine drug screening and breath alcohol testing in accordance with Mack Truck/Volvo protocol.
• Provide support and case management for both work‑related and non‑work‑related conditions to reduce illness and absenteeism.
• Coordinate second opinions for employees absent due to workers’ compensation or disability, as necessary in adherence with Mack Truck/Volvo protocols.
• Assist, coordinate and plan monthly health education seminars and general wellness events.
• Provide onsite patient education regarding injuries, illnesses, medication, treatments, stretching, etc.
• Work collaboratively with patients and their PCP/Specialist to facilitate early diagnosis and management of acute and chronic health problems.

Administrative Services

• Maintain and revise standardized procedures, protocols and standing orders as needed.
• Maintain adequate clinical supplies.
• Maintain Pennsylvania CLIA certification for lab testing provided on‑site.
• Maintain patient electronic medical records.

Collaboration with Mack Truck/Volvo Teams

• Coordinate and plan health and wellness events and initiatives.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims.
• Expand clinic services and reach.
• Provide crisis management/intervention as needed.
• Provide general medical advice to the Mack Truck/Volvo Human Resources and Safety/Risk Management departments in Macungie, PA.
• Ensure the provision of prompt, appropriate clinical care to all patients in accordance with Johns Hopkins University protocols, state regulations, and professional standards.
• Develop relationships with clinical providers in the area to provide backup clinical care.
• Ensure all patients receive prompt, courteous, friendly and professional attention to their needs and requests.
• Ensure onsite clinic facilities are neat, clean and attractive.
• Conduct yourself in an exemplary fashion to achieve goals.
• Ensure timely and appropriate problem resolution and follow‑up with Mack Truck/Volvo employees as required.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Analytical ability necessary to evaluate and determine the health status of a patient and implement proper care, including referral to outside specialties.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to interview, teach, counsel patients and interact with clients/employees, coworkers, and outside vendors.
• Comprehensive understanding of outpatient adult medicine, patient care procedures, medical protocols, and testing procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree; certification by the NCCPA or similar national certifying body; completion of a CAAHEP‑certified Physician Assistant program.
• Licensed in the state where practicing.
• National Board Certification.
• Experience may be considered in place of a Bachelor’s Degree.
• BLS certification.
• Related experience in adult medicine.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum twelve months of related experience in adult medicine.
• Experience in occupational medicine, workers’ compensation, and DOT exams.
• DOT Medical Examiner.
• Certified Urine Drug Screen Collector.
• Certified Breath Alcohol Technician.

Classified Title: Physician Assistant
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MG
Starting Salary Range: $100,000 - $152,900 annually (commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday; varying
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Pennsylvania
Department name: SOM DOM Occupational Health
Personnel area: School of Medicine