Physician Assistant - Endocrinology
About the role
Provides direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services under the supervision of a physician. Obtains patient history and performs assessment. Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic procedures. Provides and documents direct treatment and management of health conditions. Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources. Performs preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations and care.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services under the supervision of a physician.
- Obtains patient history and performs assessment.
- Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic procedures.
- Provides and documents direct treatment and management of health conditions.
- Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
- Performs preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations and care.
Requirements
- Required Credential(s):
- Licensed Physician Assistant credentialed from the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
- Advanced Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred. 1 year of experience preferred.
Skills
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits
Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more.
Pay
TBD
Schedule
Monday - Friday
Department
Endocrinology, Outpatient Clinic
Work Location
UAB St. Vincent's East, 50 Medical Park Drive East, Bham AL 35235