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

Prisma Health • Greenville, SC

1d • 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. Prisma Health's vision is to transform healthcare for the benefit of the communities they serve, 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