Job Description

We are seeking a Physician Assistant. This position provides clinical and administrative activities at the PepsiCo on-site clinic in Sacramento, CA. The position reports directly to the West Coast Regional Coordinator for the PepsiCo/JHU partnership. The position also works closely with the Executive Director and Assistant Director of the Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.



Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Provide on-site services forty (40) hours per week at the PepsiCo clinic in Sacramento, CA.
Triage and treat, as appropriate, minor work-related and non-work-related injuries and illnesses.
Dispense over-the-counter and prescription medications in accordance with pre-established standing orders to employees with minor work-related and non-work-related concerns (back pain, headache, pharyngitis).
Provide on-site specimen/lab collection for employees presenting lab orders from their PCP.
Perform urine drug screening and breath alcohol testing in accordance with company protocol.
Provide onsite assessment for strep pharyngitis, UTI, influenza, hyperglycemia, and hypoglycemia.
Provide support and case management for both work-related and non-work-related conditions for the purposes of reducing illness and absenteeism.
Coordinate second opinions for employees absent due to workers compensation or disability, as necessary in adherence with company protocols.
Coordinate annual seasonal influenza vaccination program.
Coordinate and plan monthly health education seminars and general wellness events.
Provide on-site patient education regarding illnesses, medication, treatments, etc
Work collaboratively with patients and their PCP/Specialist to facilitate early diagnosis and management of acute and chronic health problems.
Administrative services provided to PepsiCo include,
o Maintain and revise, as needed, standardized procedures, protocols, and standing orders.

o Maintain adequate clinical supplies.

o Maintain Letter of Permit Exception with the California Department of Health/CLIA required for lab testing provided on-site.

o Maintain patient medical records.

Work collaboratively with the Benefits and Safety teams,
o To coordinate and plan health and wellness events and initiatives.

o To manage workers compensation claims.

o To expand clinic services and reach.

Provide crisis management/intervention, as needed.
Provide general medical advice to the PepsiCo Human Resources and Safety/Risk Management departments.
Ensure the provision of prompt, appropriate clinical care to all patients in accordance with PepsiCo and Johns Hopkins University protocols, State regulations and professional standards.
Develop relationships with clinical providers in the area to provide back-up clinical care.
Ensure timely and appropriate problem resolution and follow-up to PepsiCo employees as required.
Ensure PepsiCo 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 PepsiCo employees as required.


Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree.
Successful completion of a CAAHEP certified Physician Assistant Program.
Registered/licensed as a PA by the State of California Board of Physicians
National Board Certification.


Preferred Qualifications
Minimum twelve months of related experience (adult medicine).
Experience in Occupational Medicine, Workers' Compensation, and DOT exams.


Technical Qualifications & Specialized Certifications

DOT Medical Examiner preferred.
Certified Urine Drug Screen Collector preferred.
Certified Breath Alcohol Technician preferred.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Analytical ability necessary to evaluate and determine the health status of a patient and implement proper care.
Interpersonal skills necessary to interview, teach and counsel patients and interact with clients/employers.
A comprehensive understanding of outpatient adult medicine, patient care procedures, medical protocols, and testing procedures is necessary.