Physician Assistant

Responsibilities

• Meet with new patients to orient them about services, to identify needs, and to suggest treatments.
• See ambulatory patients in the pain management clinic for laboratory testing, examination, diagnosis, and treatment of chronic pain.
• Write prescriptions and perform office procedures within the scope of expertise, protocols, and equipment.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans.
• Schedule follow-up visits in office or unit as needed.
• Perform physical examinations.
• Prescribe medications and adjust dosages as necessary.
• Provide patient education on pain management techniques and lifestyle modifications.
• Act as a resource person for decisions, planning, and policies affecting the health of patients.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
• Collaborate with staff to identify patients' needs and to help develop plans to meet those needs.

Requirements

• Unrestricted Physician Assistant license required
• 2+ years’ experience as a Physician Assistant
• Familiarity with EHR/EMR programs
• Confidence to work independently
• Experience in pain management or similar field desired, but not required.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational and time management skills are a must.
• Successful completion of an approved physician assistant program.

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• A robust bonus structure
• A generous benefits package