Physician Assistant Per Diem

Overview

As a Clinic Manager at Fresenius Medical Care, you’ll manage the daily operations of our outpatient centers. You’ll be the key driver in carrying out our mission: To deliver superior care that improves the quality of life of every patient, every day, setting the standard by which others in the health care industry are judged. This is accomplished by hiring, developing and inspiring a multi-disciplinary team, collaborating with physicians, tracking and delivering superior patient outcomes and monitoring regulatory and safety requirements. Strong management skills are required and prior direct patient care experience is needed for occasions when the team needs a helping hand.

Job Description

Physician Assistants (PAs) at Fresenius Medical Care provide medical services as appropriate under the direct supervision of a licensed physician. They coordinate the provision of care for FVC center patients under the supervision and direction of the medical director. PAs participate in the performance of endovascular procedures and assist with the coordination of research protocols as appropriate. They must be certified by each acting physician as to the scope of procedures that can be performed and to what level of autonomy for each type of procedure.

• Performs physician approved procedures independently and during more complex procedures, with the physician's guidance.
• Assists the physician by obtaining patient histories and performing physical exams. Conducts pre-procedure medical assessment of patients.
• Performs procedures as specified in the scope of practice under the supervision of the physician in the outpatient procedure center. The scope of practice is determined by the physician during the certification of the PA.
• Cover the patient's medical history, including medical procedures performed, incident reports, other history and trends to inform the physician of significant findings.
• Updates and maintains patient files to ensure accurate examination documentation.
• Coordinates with scheduling staff and schedule patients for office hours and procedures upon assessment of patient.
• Either independently or with physician, consults with patient on the findings of the physical exam and possible course of treatment.
• Respond to patient telephone calls made to the practice as needed in the absence of the physician or as necessary based on consult. Make follow-up telephone calls to patients as clinically appropriate.
• Provide appropriate education to patients and their family regarding medical findings and procedures.
• Draws up intravenous medication and labels as per Medication Labeling Policy, and Medication in the Sterile Field Competency.
• Follow patients post-procedure in the outpatient setting to ensure proper care.
• Post consult, coordinates procedure to ensure availability of required resources, staffing and pre, post and procedure space to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care and assists with the management of the workflow of the center.
• Contributes to the achievement of excellence in healthcare through the quality and caring values of the philosophy of FVC. And complies with all health and safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned

Success Profile

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• 8 - 12 years’ related experience; or a Master’s degree with 6 years’ experience; or a PhD with 3 years’ experience; or equivalent directly related work experience.
• Five years of varied technical/procedural skills/experience in diagnostic radiography.
• Interventional procedure experience preferred.
• Ability to act in a professional capacity and serve as a professional role model.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to perform invasive procedures under the supervision of, and provide a primary technical report to a licensed physician.

Rewards

At Fresenius Medical Care, you’ll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your contributions are valued. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee discounts

Connect

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