Physician Assistant – Interventional Radiology Team

Advanced Practice Provider – UAB Interventional Radiology Team The following APPs may be considered for this role: Physician Assistant

• Work schedule:

Full-time, benefited 5-8hr Day shifts per week, Monday-Friday No weekends, holidays, or call

• CME allowance: Full-time benefited APPs receive an annual $2,000.00 CME allowance.

UAB Medicine is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our Interventional Radiology Team! The position will be primarily procedural including but not limited to venous access, drain exchange, and lumbar puncture. In accordance with UAHSF established policies and procedures, the Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for the provision and management of patient care in a clinical area for a specific patient population including UAB and Children’s of Alabama. Under the general direction of physicians, the PA will perform inpatient consultations, routine management of inpatients, assist in outpatient clinic, and perform procedures. The PA will utilize critical thinking abilities in the evaluation of care and the triage of patients. The PA will display good rapport and professionalism with patients, house staff, and all members of the team. The collaborating physician shall be available for direct communication for consultation and referral or arrange for the same medical coverage by a physician who is preapproved by the State Board of Medical Examiners in the same manner as the collaborating physician of record. Key Duties & Responsibilities 1. Based on thorough physical and psychosocial patient assessments, formulates and implements comprehensive patient care plans focused on prevention, diagnosis and comprehensive treatment of disease. Plans include patient and family education, prescriptions, additional lab and diagnostic testing, and therapies. 2. Ensures complete documentation of patient assessments, patient care plans, and care provided. 3. Orders and interprets laboratory and other diagnostic tests for the patient. 4. Maintains records and reports as required by regulatory agencies and The Joint Commission (TJC). May coordinate and/or participate in performance and quality improvement activities. 5. May assist in the coordination of research protocols, serving as a patient advocate and a liaison between the patient and other health care providers. 6. Provides assistance in orientation and/or training of new clinical personnel as needed. Provides educational information by conducting workshops, in-service training and distributing appropriate materials for patients and staff. 7. Serves as the expert clinical resource to the clinical staff and patients in the area of specialty. 8. Provides a safe environment for patients and others. 9. Demonstrates a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth. 10. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Knowledge of procedures, protocols, information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, disease and deformities Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools and programs Written and verbal communication skills Interpersonal skills Ability to be self-directed/self-motivated Ability to multi-task Ability to problem-solve Ability to work independently Ability to work as part of a team Ability to maintain patient confidentiality