Experienced Physician Assistant - Family Medicine in Fort Worth, TX

Texas Health Resources • Texas, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves performing comprehensive patient care within a Family Medicine setting. The Physician Assistant will conduct physical exams, provide follow-up and health maintenance care, initiate appropriate treatments and testing, counsel patients on health issues, document clinical care, perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, and communicate with patients and families regarding their health. The position also requires participation in quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's Degree Physician Assistant
• PA - Physician Assistant Must maintain board certification as required for licensure Upon Hire
• Active listening and learning
• Critical thinking
• Reading comprehension
• Effective communication
• Time management
• Judgment and decision making

Nice To Haves

• 1 Year As a Physician Assistant

Responsibilities

• Perform history and physical exams on new and established patients and those being seen for follow up appointments.
• Consult with the supervising physician as needed.
• Provide follow up and health maintenance care to patients in accordance with established protocols or specific instructions from the supervising physician.
• Initiate appropriate treatment and testing required for evaluation of illness based on training and experience.
• Provide counseling and instruction to patients regarding health related issues.
• Document clinical care of the patient according to established guidelines.
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as indicated by training and experience and as directed by the supervising physician.
• Communicate with patients and family members within state law confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines concerning health related questions.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement process and other initiatives in the area of employee’s practice.

What This Job Offers

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