Physician Assistant Specialty Care -Department of Ophthalmology

The University of Missouri School of Medicine Department of Ophthalmology

Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Physician Assistant- Specialty Care to join our team. The successful candidate will serve as the first assist in the Operating Room for Ophthalmology surgeons and play a key role in providing comprehensive patient care in both clinic and surgical settings.

Job Duties Include:

o Collaborative Patient Care: Work closely with ophthalmologists to provide comprehensive patient care, including preparing patients for procedures, taking medical histories, conducting pre-operative assessments, and assisting in outpatient procedures. o Postoperative Care: Provide detailed postoperative care by educating patients on procedures, treatments, and recovery plans, ensuring they understand the next steps in their recovery. o Follow-up Visits: Manage patient follow-up visits, monitor recovery progress, and document patient interactions efficiently in Electronic Health Records (EHR). o Team Collaboration: Collaborate with other medical staff, including physicians, nurses, and administrative teams, to ensure smooth clinic operations. o Continuous Learning: Stay current on best practices in related specialties to support excellent patient care.

Shift Type: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Physicians Assistant (PA) licensure by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.

Credentials: Current and valid Physician Assistant (PA) license in the state of MO required. Years of Experience: At Least 2 years in a surgical or ophthalmology setting is preferred though new graduates with relevant clinical rotations will be considered.

Hiring Range: $90,251 – $147,285 Grade: PAT-012 University Title: PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT SPECIALTY CARE Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

In addition to filling out the Online application please provide a Resume.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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