Bachelor's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
Current NCMA certification and Physician Assistant licensure in South Carolina
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Knowledge of diverse medical conditions and diseases
Excellent communication skills
Responsibilities
Perform health histories and physical examinations
Order diagnostic and radiological tests with physician approval
Interpret findings from examinations and tests to formulate treatment plans
Refer complex cases to the supervising physician
Provide emergency care following established procedures
Contribute to clinic operational policies and improvements
Benefits
Supportive clinical environment emphasizing quality care
Encouragement of policy development participation
Opportunity for skill enhancement and professional growth
Collaboration with experienced healthcare professionals
Access to advanced medical equipment for diagnostics
Full Job Description
Job Summary
Works under the supervision of a physician to give quality treatment, referral and follow-up care in a medical or hospital setting.
Accountabilities
Performs health histories, physical exams, individual and group health education. - 20%
Orders diagnostic laboratory tests and radiological tests, including special testing such as CTs, MRIs, ultrasound, and contrast studies with physician approval. - 20%
Interprets physical findings, lab and x-ray results, makes diagnoses, and formulates and carries out treatment plan, prescribing medication in accordance to state licensing laws. - 20%
Refers cases to immediate supervising physician when patient conditions are complicated, exceed the Physician Assistant’s limit of care or level of training. - 20%
Provides emergency care to prevent the loss of life, limb or eyesight. Institutes emergency procedures in accordance with level of training. - 10%
Supports clinic function by participating in policy development, operational improvement and the implementation of policies and improvements. - 10%
Minimum Qualifications
Education - Bachelor's degree in a Physician Assistant program approved by an accredited medical body such as CAHEA, American Medical Association or the Association of Medical College.
Experience - No previous experience required
Required Licensures
NCCPA certification and current Physician Assistant licensure in South Carolina
BLS
Other Required Skills/Knowledge
Knowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions/diseases/types of injuries; excellent communication skills.
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Certificate of Added Qualification in Emergency Medicine - NCCPA CAQ in EM - Preferred
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Location
3 Medical Park Rd Richland
Facility
3210 Gastroenterology 3 Medical Park
Department
About Prisma Health
Prisma Health is a not-for-profit health company and the largest healthcare system in South Carolina. It was formed in 2017 by the merger of Palmetto Health and Greenville Health System. Prisma Health operates 18 hospitals and more than 300 outpatient centers, providing a range of medical services including primary care, emergency care, cancer care, heart and vascular care, neurology, orthopedics, pediatrics, and women's health. The company also offers telehealth services and has a medical school, the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville.
