Job Summary:The Physician Assistant provides health care services to patients; participates in the management of patients' care, and determines the need for consultation to ensure the continuity and quality of care.
Job Description:Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Obtain and record complete medical history of patients
- Perform physical examinations of patients and document results
- Order, evaluate and monitor medical and laboratory diagnostic tests and treatment plans including laboratory tests, x-rays, pharmaceuticals, blood products and interdisciplinary consults in collaboration with attending physicians or designee and according to established guidelines
- Prepare, develop and initiate treatment plans in consultation with attending physicians; develop inpatient and outpatient care and write medication and other orders as prescribed
- Perform routine invasive procedures
- Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
- Educate and counsel patient and family members on conditions, desired results of treatment plans, expectations during illness and recovery and other related areas
- Conduct patient rounds and document assessment, diagnoses and treatment plans in progress notes
- Perform a variety of patient care activities in assigned outpatient clinic (e.g., surgical procedures, pre- and post- operative care, etc.)
- Prepare discharge summaries as assigned
- Respond to emergencies and initiate appropriate treatment until relieved of duties by a physician
- Establish and maintain productive working relationships with people inside and outside the department and/or practice
- Participate in clinical and experimental research, including statistical analyses of data
- Other duties as may be assigned
Education, Licensure/Certification, and Training:- Bachelor's of Science degree from an accredited program for Physician Assistants, including a 6-month to 12- month clinical internship required
- Current Michigan Physician Assistant License
- Current Michigan Controlled Substance License
- Certification from the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants
- 1-3 years experience preferred
Skills and Abilities:- Patient management skills necessary to provide quality care
- Ability to operate accurately a variety of medical equipment
- Ability to monitor data, develop treatment plans and prescribe medications
- Good written and verbal communication skills to convey and receive information effectively (face-to-face, telephone and electronic)
- Good analytical and judgment skills
- Ability to use computer software programs and systems
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding patients, personnel and/or financial data
- Excellent organizational skills to work independently, prioritize, handle multiple tasks and manage time
Safety Requirements:- Compliance with Department Health and Safety policies and procedures
Working Conditions/Schedule:- 40-hour work week, hours and days to be determined by the business needs of the department. Additional hours may be required
