Bachelor's degree in an accredited Physician Assistant program
2 years of APC experience in the Emergency Department
Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician's Assistants
South Carolina Controlled Substance license
Federal DEA License for prescriptive authority in South Carolina
Responsibilities
Perform health histories and physical exams
Order and interpret diagnostic laboratory and radiological tests
Make diagnoses and formulate treatment plans with prescribed medications
Refer complicated cases to the supervising physician
Provide emergency care to prevent serious harm
Participate in policy development and operational improvements
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and training
Supportive team environment in a surgical specialty and trauma setting
Involvement in policy and operational improvements
Potential for career advancement within the facility
Full Job Description
Job Summary Works under the supervision of a physician to give quality treatment, referral and follow-up care in a surgical specialty or trauma emergency department 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 Physician Assistant program approved by an accredited medical body such as CAHEA, American Medical Association or the Association of Medical College.
2 years APC experience in the Emergency Department
Required Certification, Registrations, Licenses
Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician's Assistants
South Carolina Controlled Substance license
Federal DEA License and Prescriptive Authority for South Carolina
Other Required Skills/Experience
Knowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions/diseases/types of injuries; excellent communication skills.
Work Shift Variable (United States of America)
Location Richland
Facility 3135 Emergency Medicine
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.
