Ophthalmology - PA - Full-Time

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Wake Forest, NC

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time Physician Assistant position in Ophthalmology at WFBMG University Group Practice, WFBMC Main. The role involves utilizing medical decision-making skills to determine patient care plans, collaborating with the medical team, ordering and interpreting diagnostic procedures, and explaining procedures to patients. There is an opportunity to participate in research and precept students. The position upholds AHWFB missions, values, and cultural commitment.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Current applicable state Medical Board Medical License
• Certified by NCCPA

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Ability to maintain composure and work efficiently under pressure
• Ability to perform complex patient diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Exemplary organizational skills
• Willingness to perform other related duties other than those described herein

Responsibilities

• Using medical decision-making skills to determine appropriate patient care plan.
• Collaborates with medical team when needed for effective team-based care.
• Order and interpret laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures.
• Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
• Procedural skills per department or practice guidelines
• Opportunity to participate in basic science and clinical research projects
• Potential for and encouraged to precept students and/or medical learners
• Uphold AHWFB missions, values, and cultural commitment
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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