Physician Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities

• Obtains patients’ medical histories and performs physical examinations; documents all findings/information.
• Orders, reads, and evaluates laboratory reports and radiology studies.
• Performs therapeutic procedures as allowed within scope of practice including but not limited to immunizations, wound care, and injections.
• Charts all patient transactions in accordance with policies and procedures; writes orders and records progress notes that will be reviewed and countersigned by supervising physician.
• Communicates and works with medical staff to ensure coordinated efforts for the provision of high quality medical treatment and patient service.
• Aids management in identifying, analyzing, and resolving work problems.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of existing clinical methods and procedures and suggests improvements.
• Performs daily rounds as required and documents patient care orders.
• Prepares timely, legible, and complete documentation of all patient care as provided by law, regulation, and established policy.
• Participates in quality improvement and utilization review activities.
• Participates in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices.
• Applies safety principles as identified by established policy.
• Ensures compliance with legal issues including but not limited to patient confidentiality and risk management; ensures compliance with JCAHO, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Adjusts to fluctuating peaks in patient flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physician assistant program and licensed by state medical board.
• Current DEA license.
• Current BLS/ACLS license.
• Two to four years related experience or equivalent.
• Pain management experience required.
• Possesses the visual, auditory, verbal, and olfactory processes required to assess, monitor, and care for patients.
• Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergencies.
• Able to work collaboratively with multiple health professionals in a busy and complex environment using tact, diplomacy, and discipline.
• Strong charting/documentation skills.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
• Bilingual skills a plus.