Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Outpatient Pulmonary - Easley and Seneca

Prisma Health • Easley, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves working under the supervision of a physician to provide quality treatment, referral, and follow-up care in a medical or hospital setting. The position includes performing health histories, physical exams, and health education, as well as ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests. Responsibilities also extend to making diagnoses, formulating treatment plans, and prescribing medication in accordance with state licensing laws. Emergency care and support for clinic functions through policy development and operational improvements are also key aspects of the job. Prisma Health is described as the largest not-for-profit health organization in South Carolina, serving over 1.2 million patients annually with 32,000 team members dedicated to health and well-being.

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees