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VITAL ORTHOPEDIC & SPINE INSTITUTE

Physician Assistant

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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.

$123,850 / year median in Florida

+21% projected growth

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Job Description

Physician Assistant
VITAL ORTHOPEDIC & SPINE INSTITUTE - 2.5
Fort Myers, FL Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $95,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Medical chart preparation Advanced practice provider Managing patient records Medical terminology
Physician Assistant License Full Job Description Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Benefits/Perks Competitive Compensation Great Work Environment Career Advancement Opportunities Job Summary We are seeking a Physician Assistant to join our team! As a Physician Assistant, you will be examining patients, collecting patient medical history, and making tentative diagnoses on minor and major issues. You will also be reading diagnostic tests and reports, interpreting data, taking the time with each patient to explain their test results and medical diagnoses, and prescribing therapy or medication with a physician's approval. The ideal candidate has an excellent bedside manner, experience charting in a medical environment, and has strong communication and interpersonal skills. Responsibilities Examine each patient, take a detailed medical history, and chart everything medically important in their records Read test results, interpret data appropriately, and make diagnostic suggestions based on those results Explain to the patient test results and expected health outcomes Prescribe medication or therapy with a physician overseeing as part of a larger health plan Work closely with nurses, other Physician Assistants, and Physicians to formulate a full, comprehensive treatment plan Qualifications Valid state licensing required Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience with medical terminology, charting, and diagnostic tests Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance