Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant
Bluebird Kids Health Jacksonville, Florida, United States (On-site)
About Bluebird Kids Health
Bluebird Kids Health is a dynamic organization that provides underserved communities with new access to value-based pediatric primary care. We are on a mission to provide exceptional care, so every child can thrive. We offer comprehensive, evidence-based primary and urgent care services to children and their families, with support around-the-clock. Our care model includes robust care coordination, chronic disease management, and other population health supports. Our success is measured by exceptional health outcomes, lower medical costs, an outstanding child and family experience, and a rewarding environment for our clinicians and staff.
Position Description
Bluebird Kids Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate Physician Assistant with a patient and family-first mindset for our Jacksonville offices. The PA will provide comprehensive evidence-based healthcare to infants, children, adolescents and young adults including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with primary care physicians and other healthcare professionals, and support staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, aligning with interdisciplinary clinical teams to ensure the highest quality of care for our young patients, in a mission-driven and value-based contracting environment.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
What You’ll Do
Patient Care
Work within a collaborative agreement with physician(s) and be an active member of the Bluebird Kids clinical team.
Conduct thorough physical exams, obtain medical histories, and evaluate health and developmental status.
Diagnose and treat common conditions affecting children, adolescents and young adults as well as perform routine childhood wellness exams.
Prescribe medications and other treatments as appropriate.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and X-rays.
Health Promotion & Disease Prevention
Educate parents, guardians and patients on preventative healthcare, nutrition, and lifestyle choices.
Advise on childhood safety, injury prevention and disease.
Promote vaccination and immunization programs.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Collaborate with pediatricians, specialists, and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
Refer patients to specialists or other healthcare facilities when necessary.
Patient & Family Education
Communicate effectively with patients and their families about diagnosis, treatment options, and care plans.