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Platinum Providers Group

Physicians 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.

$128,085 / year median in New Jersey

+18% projected growth

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Job Description

Platinum Providers Group consists of primary and specialty care providers formed to operate as a clinically integrated network. We will provide the highest quality health care, in the most efficient way with the best patient experience. PPG is currently hiring a Physicians Assistant who will help us achieve our mission of providing high-quality medical care with professionalism and compassion, with personalized care built on a deep understanding of each of our patients unique needs. The Physicians Assistant will perform the following tasks in any authorized setting: Obtaining patient history Performing physical examinations Ordering and performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures Formulating a diagnostic impression Developing and implementing a treatment plan Monitoring effectiveness of therapeutic interventions Offering counseling and education to meet patient needs Making appropriate referrals Prescribing and dispensing prescription medication in accordance with NJ state laws and department policies Demonstrates ability to assess data reflective of patient's status and appropriately interprets information relative to patient's age-specific needs. Assist with ongoing departmental process improvement and policy development Other departmental or institutional committee assignments as needed
Qualifications:
Masters-prepared graduate of an accredited Physicians Assistant Program. Current Physician License in good standing with the medical board BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross and DEA registration required. PPG offers competitive pay and benefits.