Position Summary
The ACP Physician Assistant is responsible for providing medical care as delegated by physician.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
· Assesses patient health status including state of wellness, compliance with care plan and determines appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
· Provides acute and chronic patient care including taking histories, doing physicals, monitoring therapies, giving injections and medications, suturing wounds.
· Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests.
· Interprets diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
· Triages patient calls and evaluates patient problems.
· Responds to emergencies including use of CPR.
· Documents patient information and care provided in patient record and maintains department statistics.
Uses computer to access/enter needed data.
· Educates patients and families as appropriate.
Provides continuity of care.
· Consults with other staff as necessary.
· Maintains patient confidentiality.
· Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
· Knowledge of acute and chronic care protocols, administration of medications, delivering physical care following treatment plan.
· Knowledge of how to assess patient health and measure/record physiologic and growth indices.
· Knowledge of health promotion principles and techniques and patient learning measurements.
· Skill in gathering and analyzing physiological, socioeconomic and emotional patient data.
· Skill in accurately evaluating patient problems in person or via phone and providing appropriate advice, intervention or referral.
· Skill in evaluating and revising care plan based on patient changes.
· Ability to work scheduled hours as defined in the employment agreement.
· Ability to make responsible decision within the scope of a dependent medical practitioner.
· Ability to develop health education programs and materials.
· Ability to work collaboratively with all members of health care team.
Education / Training / Requirements
· Master’s Degree.
Graduate of AMA accredited physician assistant program.
· Minimum of one year experience as physician assistant, preferably in clinic setting.
· Current state PA license, certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Current CPR certification.
Physical Demands
· Ability to lift or move equipment.
· Ability to stand and walk for limited periods of time.
· Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
· Ability to enter data into a computer via a keyboard.
· Ability to occasionally reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 30 lbs.
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· Ability to grasp and hold up to 30 lbs.
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· Ability to occasionally squat and lean over.
· Ability to hear normal voice level communications in person or through the telephone.
· Ability to speak clearly and understandably.
· Basic vision, corrected.
· Ability to see and understand data on a computer screen.
Success Factors
· Alignment with Company Mission and Core Values
· Excellent Time Management/Organized
· Open Communication/Positive
· Goal Driven
· Excellent Customer Service
· Juggles Multiple Priorities
· Accuracy and Attention to Detail
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $95,000.
00 - $115,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
* Medical office
Medical specialties:
* Allergy & Immunology
* General Practice
* Otolaryngology
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Suffolk, VA 23435: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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