Job description

Job Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) performs a variety of direct patient services including assessment, diagnosis, implementation of treatment, evaluation, and monitors the general patient management plan for Center patients. The PA is responsible for delivery of quality medical care to the patients of the Center and functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary health care team within the scope of his or her medical practice. The PA performs these functions under the general supervision of a licensed physician in a primary health care setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct clinical services and management of patients as defined in the standing orders, policies, procedures and protocols for the Physician Assistant.
• Obtain patient health histories and complete physical examinations. Document findings, noting pertinent normal and abnormal findings.
• Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests.
• Explain the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of procedure(s) to patient, family and staff.
• Perform approved therapeutic procedures based upon patient’s clinical status. Document patient preparation and response to procedure(s).
• Collaborate with physician and nursing colleagues and document in medical records and appropriate narrative summaries.
• Utilize prescriptive privileges as allowed
• Document all prescriptions in patient’s medical record.
• Assess patient for change in status and institute appropriate interventions.
• Initiate necessary emergency interventions to stabilize patient.
• Maintain clinical expertise and competency (to include age specific competency) as well as demonstrate thorough knowledge of procedures to deliver quality primary health care.
• Provide clinic sessions, as scheduled, in direct patient care at Center site, including extended hours clinics if applicable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required

• The ability to relate with effectiveness to patients and providers.

· Knowledge of clinical practice standards.

· Able to independently seek out resources and solve complex problems.

· Able to communicate effectively with patients, families, visitors, health care team, physicians, administrators, leadership and others.

· Able to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and prioritize information, perform health assessments, treatment and follow-up.

· Able to use fine motor skills.

· Able to record activities, document assessments & interventions; prepare reports and presentations as needed.

· Able to use the computer and new software programs, particularly the electronic health record of the organization.

· Able to provide leadership in clinical area of expertise and in meeting organizational goals.

· Knowledge of protocols in general and an ability to quickly gain specific knowledge of the Center’s current operational protocols.

· Knowledge of medical terminology and appropriate abbreviations.

· Demonstrate knowledge of the Texas Medical Practice Act and Texas Medical Board regulations pertinent to Physician Assistants.

· Ability to use office equipment including but not limited to computers, fax machines, telephones and copiers.

Preferred

· Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.

Credentials and Experience

Required

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Current unrestricted license from the Texas Physician Assistant Board to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas.
• Annual continuing education as required by Board specialty.
• Must be registered and have current DEA, DPS and other such certificates to legally operate as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Must demonstrate and maintain credentialing and licensing requirements of Carevide.

Preferred

· One (1) year of practice experience as a Physician Assistant giving direct patient care in a primary care setting.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Medical specialties:

• Primary Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• Physician Assistant License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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