PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT IV -SPINE CENTER

Requirements

• Regular, consistent, on-site, and timely attendance
• Collects patient assessment data in a systematic manner
• Performs systematic physical exam and history of present illness
• Documents assessment data, history of present illness, and physical findings as appropriate in the medical record
• Involves patient and family and other healthcare providers when appropriate
• Prescribes appropriate medications based on patient's condition per state prescriptive authority guidelines
• Demonstrates leadership by utilizing the behaviors inherent to the practice of a professional physician assistant
• Assists in the department's compliance with state, JCAHO, OSHA, and other regulatory agencies
• Provides for patient safety in compliance with nursing, hospital, and physician practice guidelines and policies
• Participates in unit performance activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care and customer service
• Manages the physical and psychological problems of the patient
• Communicates effectively with physician supervisor and other healthcare providers
• Performs procedures, assists in surgery, and provides care to the surgical patient as per established guidelines
• Directs and provides appropriate Pre and Post-operative care
• Performs clinical responsibilities in a manner that maximizes patient care and outcomes
• Collaborates with the physician to interview, evaluate, and assess patients in the clinic setting
• Documents in the medical record
• Demonstrates leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of a professional physician assistant
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care, customer service, or practice efficiencies
• Provides for patient safety in compliance with hospital and or physician practice policies

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance