Physician Assistant- SHMA Ortho Clinic, Full Time

Competitive salary along with leading benefits package including: We offer a $10,000 Sign-On-Bonus, Relocation Stipend and Tuition Forgiveness Reimbursement Advance practice providers are eligible to participate in the standard employee leave and benefits package; with $2,500 annually provided for pre-approved CME' Summit will reimburse you for your DEA licensure, and pay for credentialing fees and mal-practice coverage, once approved by the Governing Board Summit will reimburse you for your DEA licensure, and pay for credentialing fees and mal-practice coverage, once approved by the Governing Board The following information is designed to outline the functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained.

General Position Summary:

Works in collaboration with providers to assess, plan and provide patient care, within the scope of the provider license. Orders, interprets and records results of clinical tests and takes appropriate action. Prescribes medication and orders relevant testing or forms of treatment and coordinated referrals as needed. Maintains an accurate, complete patient medical record. Essential Functions /

Major Responsibilities:

• Obtain, compile, and record patient medical data within the scope of practice identified by the Board of Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistant
• A moderate degree of complexity to include mild to comprehensive medical decision making.
• Maintains an accurate accounting of visits in the patients' medical record.
• Completes patient medical record documentation within 72 hours.
• Contribute to the development of new services, programs, or processes.
• Administer medications, order diagnostic labs /tests, and perform basic procedures according to the training and needs of the patient and department.
• Promotes the Patient Safety Standards as a core value of the organization.
• Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the Keys to Excellence.

Secondary Functions:

• Participates in departmental and hospitalwide informational meetings and inservices, including staff meetings, hospitalwide forums, and seminars.
• Reviews department and applicable hospital wide policies and procedures annually.
• All other duties as assigned.

Job Scope:

This job involves:

• Recurring work situations with occasional variation from the norm.
• Performance of duties independently as well as under the direct supervision of provider.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Works under the direction of the

Supervising Physician Specific Job Skills & Mental Activities:

Able to relate to and work with ill and disabled patients, culturally diverse patients and emotionally distressed patients Able to read, write and speak English in an understandable manner. Possess visual and hearing acuity, and/or the ability to assess, document and implement action required to meet patient/family needs. Provides medical care to all age groups delineated by the practicing specialty. Able to cope with varying and unpredictable situations tactfully with staff, patients, family members, visitors, and the general public. Able to respond to emergency and crisis situations in a timely and professional manner Education and/or

Experience:

• 2 years of college to include PA designation
• Basic computer skills (required).
• CPR/BLS (required within 30 days of hire)
• Maintenance of RN license (required throughout employment) Some additional details about the position: Outpatient clinic only

Monday-Thursday:

8am-5pm;

Friday :

-8am-12pm No Call Medical Assistants, Front Office, and leadership support Associates or better. ACLS Adv Cardio Life Sprt NP Nurse Practitioner Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.