Physician Assistant NE - Pediatric Surgical Hospitalists

View More Jobs Physician Assistant NE - Pediatric Surgical Hospitalists Baton Rouge, LA, United States (On-site) Job Description The Physician Assistant assesses, plans and provides patient care under the supervision of a physician. Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examinations, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Relies on education, experience, professional training and judgment to accomplish responsibilities. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Works under minimal supervision. May lead and direct the work of others within scope of practice. Responsibilities 1. Patient Care a. Performs individual assessment rounds on all inpatients, MET patients and Emergency patients. Evaluates and collaborates with attending physician providing documentation of medical findings and plan of care. b. Provides routine Medical Management of inpatient care such as ordering diagnostic tests, labs, x-rays, nutrition, and medications as appropriate. c. Under the direction of the Attending Physician, conducts minor procedures as needed including insertion and removal of central venous catheters, chest tubes, indwelling venous and arterial catheters, venous punctures, arterial punctures, nasogastric tubes, bladder catheters, lumbar punctures, endotracheal intubations, PIC lines, and bedside ultrasonography. d. Adheres to mutually agreed upon Clinical Practice Guidelines and scope of practice with supervising physician. 2. Partnership and Collaboration a. Participates in multidisciplinary rounds and communicates treatment plans to the physician, nursing staff and patient families. 3. Quality a. Initiates appropriate emergency care in lieu of Attending Physician. 4. Other Duties as Assigned or Asked a. Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant Medicine or Health Sciences Physician Assistant License from Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners and Certification by a recognized national professional accrediting organization; Current BLS Certification; NCCPA-National Commission on Certification of Physician's Assistants, Apply Now Job Identification 47203 Job Category Clinical_Care Locations 8300 Constantin Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808, US (On-site) Apply Before 05/14/2027, 01:00 AM Job Function Advanced Practice Provider Worker Type Employee Regular or Temporary Regular Requisition Schedule PRN (As Needed) Hours of Schedule (e.g. M-F 8a-5p) Variable Department Surgical Hospitalists-OLOLCH Surgical Hospitalists FMOLHS Company Code Our Lady of the Lake Physician Group LLC © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors Legend Jobs at a location Group of locations © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors | © Oracle Corporation Terms Legal Notices Use control and scroll to zoom the map Use two fingers to move the map 8300 Constantin Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808, US Copy to Clipboard Similar Jobs