A Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in all areas and specialties of medicine, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations. May serve as the primary healthcare provider, in consultation with a part-time physician, in communities with limited health care resources.
Physician Assistant- Dr. Metzger Barrow Brain and Spine - 3.7 Gilbert, AZ Job Details Full-time 10 hours ago Qualifications CPR Certification Chronic disease management Phone communication BLS Certification Employee relationship building Clinic experience Medication pass administration Bachelor's degree DEA License Patient family and caregiver education Advanced practice provider Care plan implementation Medical treatment implementation
Physician Assistant License Full Job Description Description:
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
: Prolonged sitting, standing, some bending, stooping, carrying, stretching and/or walking Normal range of hearing and vision to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate reports and records Ability to help transfer patient Occasional stress from dealing with multiple tasks and anxious patients
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
: Medical office and exam room settings Procedure room settings Frequent contact with a variety of people/patients
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
: Assesses patient health status, including state of wellness and compliance with care plans Provides acute and chronic patient care, including taking histories, doing physicals, monitoring therapies, giving injections and medications, and suturing wounds Triages patient calls and evaluated patient problems Documents patient information and care provided in the patient record. Educates patients and families as appropriate. Provides continuity of care. Participates in rounds at the hospital and responds to patient calls received after hours and on weekends Maintains patient confidentiality Other duties and assignments as necessary
Requirements:
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of acute and chronic care protocols, administration of medication, delivering physical care following treatment plan Knowledge of health promotion principles and techniques and patient learning measurements Skill in gathering and analyzing physiological, socioeconomic and emotional patient data Maintains positive attitude and demonstrates the utmost in professionalism at all times Excellent oral, written & telephone communication, along with tact, diplomacy, and a strong customer service orientation Prioritizes work activities and accepts multiple job duties Maintains effective working relationships with physicians, administration and other staff members Requires flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends or holidays.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree and completion of an accredited physician assistant (PA) program. A valid unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Arizona, with no pending disciplinary actions or restrictions is required. DEA and CPR certification required upon hire. Minimum of one (1) year experience as a physician assistant in a clinic or hospital. Experience is pain management setting strongly preferred.
