Physician Assistant-Gastroenterology

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of a licensed physician, provides patient care for FPI practices. Performs professional duties and technical procedures of the particular area of specialty to provide health care services, such as, operative procedures, suturing, and injections. Makes initial diagnosis and order appropriate tests and treatment. Assists in surgery where applicable; and other duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Regularly visits pre- and post-operative patients, independently or with attending physician and/or students, to monitor patient progress in accordance with Medical System policies and procedures and generally accepted professional practice and JCAHO standards. Rounds on inpatients to monitor patient progress in accordance with policies and procedures; relays any problems or concerns to physician. Writes progress notes in patient charts indicating patient status and treatment or procedures performed. Orders laboratory tests, x-rays and special tests and dressing changes. Reviews patient records to determine health status. Notifies attending physician on call, house physician on call or supervising physician (or surgeon) regarding any unusual or unexpected events or problems requiring direct physician consultation.

Requirements

• Graduation from a Physician Assistant Training Program approved by the Board of Physician Quality Assurance is required
• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) required
• Licensure by Maryland State Board of Physicians as a Physician’s Assistant is required
• CPR required
• BLS required
• ACLS and/or other relevant certifications as required by the department
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit.

Responsibilities

• Visits pre- and post-operative patients to monitor patient progress.
• Rounds on inpatients to monitor patient progress.
• Writes progress notes in patient charts.
• Orders laboratory tests, x-rays and special tests and dressing changes.
• Reviews patient records to determine health status.
• Notifies attending physician on call, house physician on call or supervising physician (or surgeon) regarding any unusual or unexpected events or problems requiring direct physician consultation.

Benefits

• University of Maryland Faculty Physician’s Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://www.umfpi.org/jobs/summary-employee-benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees