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Physician Assistant - GI Clinic at Christian Hospital in Florissant
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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.
$128,256 / year median in Missouri
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Additional Information About the Role Nurse Practitoiner or Physician Assistant Advanced Practice Provider GI Clinic (Outpatient) Weekend Coverage (1 weekend/month) Inpatient Rounding M-F, 8a-4:30p Weekends, 8a-4:30p For questions, and/or further details, please reach out to julia.parker2@bjc.org. Overview BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with the top-ranked hospitals in the area. Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to the world's best medicine through caring people and integrated systems. The providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction and quality health care. BJC Medical Group physicians are trained and certified in over 25 medical specialties and serve patients in more than 125 locations in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose The Physician Assistant-Specialty Hospitalist manages acute and chronic illnesses, performs focused assessments, interprets diagnostic studies, and initiates treatment plans and coordination with interdisciplinary teams in a hospital setting, within the scope of a given specialty (i.e. Gastroenterology, Neurology, Cardiology). This position navigates high-acuity cases, responds to rapid clinical changes, and ensures seamless transitions of care within the scope of a formal physician collaborative practice agreement. In this position, patient care is performed with considerable independence, guided by physician-approved protocols, and evaluated through chart review, consultations, and the observation of results under the general medical direction of the collaborating physician. Responsibilities Participates in professional development Develops treatment plans, treats patients with acute problems including illnesses and minor injuries following a predetermined protocol in a collaborative practice agreement with a physician. Completes rounding on the inpatient services and medical management of patients. Maintains and exhibits knowledge of specialty-specific pathophysiology, hospital protocols, regulatory requirements, and communication skills to support patient education, discharge planning, and coordination with consulting services. Maintains accessibility for calls directly from the emergency department to provide immediate triage support when needed. Minimum Requirements Education Bachelor-PA Prog OR Master-PA Experience