Trauma - PA - Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt. Last revised April 2023.

About the Role

Participates in team-focused patient care through patient examinations augmented by diagnostic and therapeutic evaluations/interventions in medical and/or surgical settings. The clinician functions under the regulatory mandate from their respective licensing organization (North Carolina Medical Board or North Carolina Board of Nursing) with departmental-specific credentialing from the institution.

Responsibilities

• Use medical decision-making skills to determine appropriate patient care plans.
• Collaborate with the medical team for effective team-based care.
• Order and interpret laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures.
• Explain the necessity, preparation, nature, and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to patients.
• Perform procedural skills per department or practice guidelines.
• Participate in basic science and clinical research projects.
• Precept students and/or medical learners.
• Uphold organizational missions, values, and cultural commitments.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program (Master’s degree preferred).
• Current North Carolina Medical Board Medical License.
• Certified by NCCPA.

Skills

• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and work efficiently under pressure.
• Ability to perform complex patient diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Exemplary organizational skills.
• Willingness to perform other related duties as needed.

Work Environment

• Team-based care environment.
• Professionalism and strong customer service skills are essential.
• Potential for irregular hours and/or call.

Physical Requirements

• Standing: 65–100%
• Walking: 65–100%
• Sitting: 0–35%
• Bending: 0–35%
• Reaching with arms: 0–35%
• Finger and hand dexterity: 65–100%
• Talking: 65–100%
• Hearing: 65–100%
• Seeing: 65–100%
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to 20 lbs. maximum.