Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider Fellow

Prisma Health • Greenville, SC

19h • Onsite

About The Position

This position works under the supervision of a physician to provide quality treatment, referral, and follow-up care in a medical or hospital setting. The role involves performing health histories, physical exams, and health education, as well as ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests. The Advanced Practice Provider Fellow will make diagnoses, formulate and carry out treatment plans, and prescribe medication in accordance with state licensing laws. Emergency care is also a component of the role. Additionally, the position supports clinic function through participation in policy development, operational improvement, and implementation. Prisma Health's vision is to transform healthcare for the benefit of the communities served, requiring talented individuals in every role.

Requirements

• 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.
• No previous experience required
• NCCPA certification and current Physician Assistant licensure in South Carolina
• BLS
• Knowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions/diseases/types of injuries
• Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Certificate of Added Qualification in Emergency Medicine - NCCPA CAQ in EM

Responsibilities

• Performs health histories, physical exams, individual and group health education.
• Orders diagnostic laboratory tests and radiological tests, including special testing such as CTs, MRIs, ultrasound, and contrast studies with physician approval.
• 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.
• Refers cases to immediate supervising physician when patient conditions are complicated, exceed the Physician Assistant’s limit of care or level of training.
• Provides emergency care to prevent the loss of life, limb or eyesight. Institutes emergency procedures in accordance with level of training.
• Supports clinic function by participating in policy development, operational improvement and the implementation of policies and improvements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level