Physician's Assistant
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Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services as a Physician's Assistant in United States. Physician’s Assistant 📍 Oklahoma Forensic Center – Vinita, OK 💼 Full-Time | Exempt | Commensurate based on education and experience Join a Team that CARES At the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS), our guiding values—I. C.
Key Responsibilities
- will include: Comprehensive Patient Evaluations Conduct detailed histories and physical, mental, and psychiatric assessments for new and existing patients Clinical Decision-Making Diagnose conditions and develop effective, individualized treatment plans and discharge strategies, evaluate daily clinical concerns and adjust treatment plans to ensure optimal outcomes Patient Rounds & Collaboration Round on units, review charts and collaborate closely with physicians and other interdisciplinary teams as a trusted clinical partner Policy & Process Improvement Help develop and implement clinical policies and procedures that enhance care delivery Patient & Family Education Provide guidance on preventive care, treatment plans, and medication use Team Engagement Participate in treatment team meetings, staff discussions, and educational conferences Leadership Opportunities Step into supervisory or administrative roles when needed Minimum requirements: Certification as a physicians’ assistant by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Examiners National certification as a Physician’s Assistant by the National Commission for Certification of Physicians’ Assistant.
- provide the highest quality care to enhance the well-being of all Oklahomans.
- Conduct detailed histories and physical, mental, and psychiatric assessments for new and existing patients C.
- develop effective, individualized treatment plans and discharge strategies, evaluate daily clinical concerns.
Requirements
- employment drug screening required
Benefits & Compensation
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-time position.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
General Medicine — Physician Career Context
This General Medicine position at Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in United States.
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Patient Evaluation, Clinical Decision-Making, Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment Planning, Patient Education, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Clinical Policy Development, Prescriptive Authority. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this General Medicine role.
Core responsibilities: The Physician Assistant performs comprehensive patient evaluations and develops individualized treatment plans within a forensic behavioral health setting. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to manage patient care and contribute to the improvement of clinical policies.
Benefits package: State-paid benefit allowance, Health insurance, Flexible spending accounts, Employee assistance and wellness programs, 11 paid holidays annually, 15 vacation days, 15 sick days, Retirement plan with employer match. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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About Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
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Job Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Posted
yesterday
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