The University of Dubuque is a growing faith-based University that
is seeking a part-time
Physician Assistant at the
Smeltzer-Kelly Student Health Center.
Position Summary:
The Physician Associate (Assistant) at the University of Dubuque's
Smeltzer-Kelly Student Health Center provides comprehensive,
student-centered primary and acute healthcare services, including
assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up care, ordering and
interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, and
performing select procedures. Working independently and
collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team, this role
develops individualized care plans while promoting wellness,
disease prevention, and health education through a holistic
approach that supports students' physical, mental, and emotional
well-being. The Physician Associate (Assistant) also partners with
campus departments to coordinate care, contributes to health
promotion and preventive health initiatives, and fosters a
welcoming, inclusive, and confidential environment that supports
student success and a healthy campus community.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Perform direct patient care for University of Dubuque students
including diagnostic and therapeutic services at the Smeltzer-Kelly
Student Health Center
Function independently and/or as a member of an
interdisciplinary team to plan, deliver, and evaluate healthcare
for University of Dubuque's student population
Promote and support health maintenance, disease prevention and
wellness strategies across the continuum of care
Perform medical diagnostic and therapeutic procedures,
prescribe, dispense or deliver medications in accordance with state
and federal scope of practice laws
Document all aspects of patient care accurately in the
electronic medical record (EMR) and ensure compliance with billing,
regulatory and institutional standards
Initiate and coordinate referrals to specialists, external
providers or other campus services as appropriate for continued
care
Contribute to the ongoing achievement of Student Health Center
goals through active participation in program development, quality
improvement and student health initiatives
Maintain current clinical competencies and professional
expertise through continuing medical education, certifications and
best practices
Maintain excellent verbal and written communication skills for
effective patient education, care coordination and
documentation
Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's
mission
Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, organizational
skills, effective oral and written correspondence and public
relations skills
- Commitment to the mission of the University
- Ability to prioritize tasks
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part
of an interdisciplinary healthcare team
Qualifications:
- Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited Physician
Assistant (Physician Associate) program
- Current certification by the National Commission on
Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and eligibility for
Iowa licensure required
- Prior experience working with young adult population is
preferred
To apply with a growing faith-based University for the
Physician
Assistant position, please submit a
UD Employment Application with an attached cover letter,
resume, and three professional references or email application
materials to
hr@dbq.edu .
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information regarding the Jeanne Clery Act, please go to
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