Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program required
3 years experience in a clinical specialty environment preferred
4 years experience as a Physician Assistant preferred
Experience in outpatient/ambulatory settings preferred
Familiarity with EPIC EMR preferred
Certified Physician Assistant and PA Medical Physician Assistant License required
Basic Life Support certification required
Responsibilities
Provide medical care and care coordination for patients
Take medical histories and conduct physical exams
Diagnose and treat illnesses
Order and interpret diagnostic tests
Develop treatment plans and counsel on preventive care
Assist in surgical procedures
Write prescriptions in collaboration with supervising physician
Benefits
Opportunity to work within a collaborative healthcare team
Focus on improving patient access and outcomes
Engagement in diverse medical disciplines
Potential for professional growth within Temple Health University System
Supportive environment for continuous learning and development
Full Job Description
Job Description
The Physician Assistant provides medical care and care coordination, increases patient access and contributes to improved quality for patients across all disciplines in the Temple Health University System. The Physician Assistant practices medicine on healthcare teams with physicians and other providers to improve coordination of care and improve patient outcomes. The Physician Assistant takes medical histories, conducts physical exams, diagnoses and treats illnesses, orders and interprets tests, develops treatment plans, counsels on preventive care, assists in surgery and writes prescriptions all in accordance with their scope of practice, licensure guidelines, and in collaboration with the supervising physician.
Education Bachelor's Degree Required Other Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program Required
Experience 3 years experience in a clinical specialty environment Preferred 4 years experience as a physician assistant Preferred General Experience in an outpatient / ambulatory setting Preferred General Experience with EPIC EMR Preferred
Licenses Certified Physician Assistant Required PA Medical Physician Asst Lic Required Basic Life Support Required
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About Temple University
Temple University is a public research university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The university was founded in 1884 and has since grown to become one of the largest universities in the United States. Temple University offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs across a variety of fields including business, education, engineering, law, medicine, and the arts. The university is known for its strong research programs and has been recognized as a top-tier research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Temple University is committed to providing its students with a high-quality education and preparing them for success in their chosen careers.
