Attending Physician AssistantNova Via LLC • Tucson, Arizona, United States
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Attending Physician Assistant
Nova Via LLC
- Tucson, Arizona, United States
- Tucson, Arizona, United States
À propos
*Location: *Tucson, AZ - Nova Via DX LLC
*Facility Type*: Acute Dextox Clinic
*Department: *Medical
*Reports To: *Medical Director
*Schedule: * Full-time, approximately 40 hours per week
*Compensation: * Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
*About Us*
NOVA ViA Glendale LLC and its affiliated Nova Via DX LLC, Tucson are committed to offering holistic, integrative outpatient behavioral health services, including Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). We strive to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals facing substance use disorders and other behavioral health challenges. Our interdisciplinary team—which includes therapists, counselors, nurses, medical professionals, and administrative staff—works together to enhance patient outcomes and facilitate long-term recovery.
We are seeking an Attending Physician Assistant to join our dedicated staff. This role involves direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with clinical teams to help ensure a safe, supportive environment for our patients.
*Position Summary*
An *Attending Physician Assistant (PA)* in an acute detox center in Tucson, Arizona, functions as a high-level medical provider responsible for the safety and stabilization of patients during the most critical phases of withdrawal.
In an "acute" setting (ASAM Level 3.7 or 4.0), the PA manages complex physiological symptoms that can be life-threatening, such as seizures, delirium tremens, or severe dehydration.
*Core Responsibilities*
The role is a mix of emergency stabilization, internal medicine, and behavioral health:
* *Admission Physicals & Medical Clearance:* Perform comprehensive physical exams and medical histories within 24 hours of admission to determine if the patient is stable enough for the facility or requires a higher level of hospital care.
* *Withdrawal Management:* \* Assess severity using standardized tools like *CIWA-Ar* (alcohol) and *COWS* (opioids).
* Titrate and manage detox protocols using medications like benzodiazepines, buprenorphine (Suboxone), or anticonvulsants.
* *Daily Clinical Rounds:* Evaluate patients daily to monitor vitals, manage "breakthrough" symptoms, and adjust medication dosages.
* *Emergency Response:* Provide immediate intervention for acute medical crises, including respiratory distress, cardiac issues, or drug-induced psychosis.
* *Collaboration:* Coordinate with a multidisciplinary team including the Medical Director (Physician), Registered Nurses (RNs), and Addiction Counselors.
Mandatory Qualifications
* *Education:* Master’s degree from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program.
* *Certification:* Current *PA-C* designation from the NCCPA.
* *Arizona Licensure:* Active, unrestricted license from the *Arizona Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants*.
* *DEA Registration:* Must have a valid DEA certificate to prescribe Schedule II-V controlled substances.
* *Required Training (SB 1001):* Completion of at least *3 hours of opioid-related CME* per license renewal cycle, plus the federally mandated *8-hour DEA MATE Act* training on substance use disorders.
Local Tucson Preferences
* *ASAM Criteria:* Strong knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) placement levels.
* *Life Support:* Active *ACLS* (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) and *BLS* certifications are almost always required for "acute" level facilities.
* *PMP Access:* Ability to navigate the *Arizona Controlled Substances Prescription Monitoring Program* to review patient history.
*Comparison of Levels of Care*
Understanding where an "Acute Detox" PA fits compared to other roles is helpful for career planning:
*FeatureAcute Detox (Inpatient)Residential RehabOutpatient (IOP/PHP)*
*Medical Risk*High (Life-threatening withdrawal)Moderate (Post-acute)Low (Stable)
*PA Presence*24/7 coverage or on-callDaily check-insWeekly or as needed
*Primary Goal*Physical stabilizationBehavioral changeLong-term recovery
*Key Tools*CIWA/COWS, IV fluids, medsCounseling, MAT
_*Statement of Cultural Alignment*_
At Nova Via DX LLC, we are committed to delivering precision, science-driven detox care that is ethical, compassionate, and compliant. The Attending Physician Assistant plays a critical role in ensuring our financial and clinical integrity while supporting our mission to bring innovation and excellence to detox and recovery medicine.
Pay: $113,000.00 - $128,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Compétences linguistiques
- English
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