Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Fire Department Occupational Clinic

Valor Healthcare is a veteran- and physician-led provider of healthcare services for deserving, resilient patriots – including those who serve or have served in the military as well as those who devote their careers to government service. We aim to deliver high-quality care in a way that upholds the health of our nation’s greatest asset: its people. Valor works hard to earn the trust of those who have faith in us to care for them with respect and through methods that lead to superior clinical outcomes. 

This contract will provide occupational medicine health services and electronic health records management for sworn staff from both the City of Phoenix (City) Fire and Police Departments as well as public safety personnel assigned to other jurisdictions throughout the region who have contracted with Phoenix Fire Department Health and Wellness Center (PFDHWC) for these services.

Incumbents encouraged to apply!

Valor is different because of our people.

• Our leadership team is comprised of veterans, clinicians, and business leaders dedicated to providing exceptional care and world-class patient experience.
• Many of  our colleagues have patriots in their families or are patriots themselves, building a company culture and commitment to customer service that is  second to none.

Location: 50 S. 12th St., Phoenix, AZ 85034. 

PFDHWC Clinic hours: 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch period. 

After-Hours Call Rotation Requirements 

Contractor’s full-time providers assigned to work under this Contract and assigned to the PFDHWC are required to provide after-hours call rotation services, to respond to firefighter injury notifications, act as a liaison between the PFD member and emergency room care staff, and answer calls 24/7 during their scheduled rotation time. Contractor shall provide the PFDHWC with the finalized on-call rotation schedule of no less than 60 days in advance.

Position Summary

Performs baseline physicals, evaluates, treats, and follows up on industrial injuries, infectious and hazardous material exposures. Implements and supports an ongoing wellness program for fire department sworn personnel and may be required to perform DOT examinations.  

1. Perform physical exams with an evaluation of testing: visual, audiometric, pulmonary function, body composition, blood and urine lab assessment, and stress treadmill or a C-PET VO2 to assess fitness for duty for firefighters in accordance with NFPA 1580/1582. 
2. Perform pre-placement physicals for firefighter applicants in accordance with NFPA 1580 and 1582. 
3. Evaluate and treat work-related injuries of firefighters, perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, prescribe and monitor treatment including physical therapy, and refer to medical specialists.  
4. Formulate diagnostic recommendations, develop, and implement treatment plans, monitor effectiveness of therapeutic interventions, prescribe appropriate medications, make appropriate referrals. Ensure Fire’s follow up procedures are part of the treatment plan.
5. Perform consultations for firefighters with toxicologic or infectious exposure to HIV, Hepatitis C and B, tuberculosis, and others. 
6. Develop, update and revise procedures at the PFDHWC regarding medical monitoring, fitness maintenance, and stress management. 
7. Support/develop wellness programs to reduce injuries and illness within the firefighting community. 

Requirements

1. Must be nationally certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).  
2. Current license in the State of Arizona. 
3. Five years of experience in Occupational Health Medicine and/or Family Practice and/or Sports Medicine/Orthopedic Medicine. 
4. Current DEA number. 
5. Current ACLS certification.  
6. Current NRCME (DOT) certification, or ability to become certified within 90 days of hire by Contractor to work at PFDHWC. 

This job is CONTINGENT upon contract award, client approval, completion of a favorable background investigation, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust / High Risk clearance.

Final compensation will be based on relevant factors including work experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.