Physician Assistant-Certified

Full Job Description

Seeking a full-time, highly motivated, and energetic Physician Assistant for a busy multi-specialty practice. Compensation based on qualifications and experience. Full benefits after probationary period.

ENDOCRINOLOGY

MUST BE CERTIFIED AND LICENSED IN THE STATE OF NEVADA.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ health.
• Write orders as needed per patient condition according to departmental procedures with approval of the Physician.
• Inform physicians about any problems or discrepancies that might arise.
• Acquire and review patient histories identifying abnormal conditions.
• Monitor patients’ progress and keep records of treatments, surgeries, or other medical events.
• Attend to emergencies.
• Provide help during surgeries.
• Prepare patients for examinations and conduct routine procedures (measure blood pressure and temperature, administer injections etc.)
• Provide therapeutic treatments (disinfecting wounds, stitching etc.)
• Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for the patients.
• Comply strictly with medical care regulations and safety standards.
• Collaborate effectively with team members of various specializations.
• The Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner will comply with all departmental written practice protocols, applicable State and Federal laws regulations.

Skills

• Must be able to organize and prioritize effectively and simultaneously.
• Must possess good communication skills, verbally and orally.
• Must be pleasant and able to deal with the public and a variety of personalities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all operating room staff, patients, their family members, and other health care personnel.
• Familiarity with advancements in medical technology and current know-how
• Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task.
• Caring and compassionate
• Provides patient care consistent with the scope of practice of the Supervising Physician.
• Performs physical examination using established physical assessment skills.
• Writes progress notes and orders in accordance with department procedures as observed by Physician.
• Performs procedures as needed in accordance with departmental procedures and protocols, with consent of the Physician.
• Consults Physicians for difficult problems as needed and observed by feedback from those consulted.
• Instructs and counsels patient and families in collaboration with other health team members.
• Interprets and documents results of significant lab work and ancillary testing before the end of workday.
• Notifies Physician of significant lab findings or results of ancillary testing before the end of the workday.
• Orders lab work and appropriate ancillary tests as per patient’s medical condition and discussion with Physician.
• Delivers direct care to those patients requiring the expertise of an advanced practitioner. Serves as a consultant in improving patient care and provide resources to the nursing staff as needed.
• Actively participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of practice related programs.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Primary Care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• PA-C (Required)
• Physician Assistant License (Required)

Work Location: In person