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Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Physician Assistant (PA) to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide high-quality patient care across a variety of clinical settings, collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Your expertise will help deliver comprehensive assessments, diagnose conditions, develop treatment plans, and manage patient care efficiently. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative clinical practices while advancing your skills in a fast-paced, supportive environment. All roles are paid positions, emphasizing the importance of your valuable contributions to patient health.
Duties
- Conduct thorough patient assessments including intake, vital signs, physical examinations, and medical history reviews using EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or Cerner.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Prescribe medications following HIPAA regulations and DEA guidelines, including injections and medication administration for acute and chronic conditions.
- Perform diagnostic evaluations by interpreting lab results, imaging studies, and diagnostic tests such as ECGs or radiology reports.
- Assist in procedures like suturing, dermal fillers, botulinum toxin treatments, spinal taps, and catheterizations within hospital or outpatient settings.
- Manage urgent care cases including triage of emergency room patients, airway management, ventilator support, and critical care interventions in Level I or Level II trauma centers.
- Document all patient interactions accurately in electronic health records (EHR) systems like eClinicalWorks or Cerner while ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards.
- Participate in clinical research trials and data collection efforts to advance medical knowledge and improve patient outcomes.
- Support hospital discharge planning, post-acute care coordination, hospice & palliative medicine services, and follow-up care management.
Requirements
- Valid Physician Assistant license with current certification from the NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants).
- Demonstrated experience in hospital medicine, emergency medicine, ICU or critical care environments; Level I or Level II trauma center experience preferred.
- Proficiency with EMR/EHR platforms such as Epic or Cerner; telehealth experience is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, CPT coding, ICD-10/ICD-9 coding for billing purposes.
- Hands-on experience with procedures including suturing, dermal fillers, botulinum toxin treatments, phlebotomy, and IV infusion therapy.
- Critical care experience involving ventilator management and airway control; neonatal ventilator or PICU experience is advantageous.
- Ability to perform diagnostic test interpretation and manage complex cases involving infectious disease care or pain management.
- Excellent client communication skills with a focus on client-centered care; ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team.
- Basic life support (BLS) certification required; additional certifications such as ACLS or PALS are preferred.
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and medical record management standards; commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
Join us to make a meaningful difference in patient lives through expert clinical practice! We value energetic professionals eager to grow their careers while providing exceptional healthcare services across diverse settings—hospital wards, outpatient clinics, urgent care centers or specialized units—where your skills will truly shine!
Pay: $50.00 – $70.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25.0 – 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Apply on Orion West Medical Group's Website