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Hendrick Health

APP, Hendrick Clinic Neurosurgery

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What they do

An Orthopedics Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in concert with an orthopedist, 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.

$110,261 / year median in Texas

+23% projected growth

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APP, Hendrick Clinic Neurosurgery Hendrick Health - 3.6 Abilene, TX Job Details Full-time 15 hours ago Qualifications Public healthcare education Triage BLS Certification Educational talks Master's degree Medical treatment knowledge Advanced practice provider Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds Patient interaction Task assignment Medical terminology Full Job Description • The APP is responsible for providing health care to patients in the hospital or office setting. Works in consultation; cooperation; and coordination through a collaborative physician. Functions according to the established standards and practices of medicine for Physicians Assistants in the State of Texas.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education Masters Degree Minimum Work Experience No previous experience Required Licenses/Certifications PA licensed in the state of Texas or NP licensed in the state of Texas BLS Required Skills; Knowledge; and Abilities Knowledge of medical practices; terminology; and reimbursement policies Thorough knowledge of patient triage; diagnosis; and evidenced-based care Knowledge in overcoming barriers from diagnosis to treatment including: financial/economic; language/culture; transportation issues Skill in planning; organizing; delegating; and supervising Skill in evaluating the effectiveness of existing methods and procedures Skill in problem solving Skill in verbal and written communication Skill in speaking engagements and other activities that raise awareness to diseases and disease processes Ability to read; interpret; and apply policies and procedures Ability to set priorities among multiple requests Ability to interact with patients; medical and administrative staff; and the public effectively