Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
Certification through NCCPA
Current Texas State Medical Board license
Valid DEA license or ability to obtain prior to employment
Specific managed care experience
Responsibilities
Obtain complete medical history and physical data on patients
Interpret and integrate data for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
Perform physical exams and formulate working diagnoses
Order laboratory and diagnostic procedures
Administer injections, immunizations, and prepare prescription orders
Provide patient education and recommend community resources
Triage patient calls and perform independent evaluations in emergencies
Benefits
Participation in professional development activities
Opportunity to work collaboratively with a medical team
Engagement in community health initiatives
Maintaining patient confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA
Regular attendance and participation in required meetings
Full Job Description
The Physician Assistant is responsible for performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, interpreting laboratory results, and developing and implementing patient care plans. Additionally, you will ensure that patient records, test results, and other confidential documents are properly maintained in accordance with HIPAA regulations. In this role, you will provide direct patient care and support to our medical team by examining and treating patients under the direction of a licensed physician.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Obtains complete medical history and physical data on patients. Reviews patient records.
Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures needed.
Performs a complete physical exam and records findings. Formulates a working diagnosis.
Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
Synthesizes data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.
Administers injections, immunizations and oral medications. Prepares written prescription orders for drugs and controlled substances.
Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention. Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Provides patient education.
Assists physicians by recording patient progress notes, issues diagnostic orders, and transcribes orders.
Occasionally required to facilitate the HTMG Foot Care clinic (various locations) as well as provide rotating services to the Saturday clinic.
Triages patient telephone calls and provides consultation.
Performs independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situations.
Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.
Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
Uses oral and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas in a clear, positive manner that is consistent with the HTMG Core Values and Mission.
Maintains established HTMG policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.
Participates in professional development activities to keep current with health care administration trends and practices.
Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with HIPAA regulations.
Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the HTMG Code of Ethics.
Maintains regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined in the medical group's sole discretion.
Performs other related work as required.
Experience
Knowledge of healthcare law and code of ethics
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Working knowledge of clinical systems, such as electronic health records
Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
Ability to assess and diagnose medical conditions
Ability to provide primary care and health maintenance
Ability to order and interpret laboratory tests and x-rays
In-depth knowledge of medications, including their uses and side effects
Competency in performing minor medical procedures
Ability to provide patient education and counseling
Familiarity with community health resources and referrals
Must have specific manage care experience
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of Physician Assistant program, certification through NCCPA, and a current license through the Licensed Physician Assistant by the Texas State Medical Board.
Valid DEA license or the ability to obtain one prior to employment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Work Hours, Travel Requirements
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., and as needed to complete projects.
Travel to medical offices may be necessary for the purpose of providing benefit education.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
This job operates in an office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, filing cabinets and fax machines.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
About Hendrick Health
Hendrick Health is a healthcare system that provides medical services to patients in Abilene, Texas and the surrounding areas. The system includes a hospital, a cancer center, a heart and vascular center, and various other medical facilities. Hendrick Health has a team of experienced healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing high-quality care to their patients. The system is committed to using the latest medical technology and techniques to ensure that patients receive the best possible care. Hendrick Health is also involved in various community outreach programs and is committed to improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves.
