Physician Assistant I, Urgent Care, Owasso

Saint Francis Health System•Owasso, OK

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Physician Assistant I (Shift) serves as a provider of clinical services within the scope and practice guidelines of the State Physician Assistant Practice Act. This role involves performing clinical services including assessment, intervention, and evaluation of care. The position also includes consulting and collaborating with physicians and other healthcare providers, documenting services, performing necessary procedures and treatments, recommending and ordering treatments, promoting patient wellness through education, and utilizing advanced clinical knowledge to meet patient needs. The Physician Assistant will also participate in quality initiatives, safety functions, and assist in identifying and ordering supplies. Maintaining exemplary patient satisfaction and participating as an engaged team member are key aspects of this role. Decision-making involves independent judgment with general review in final stages. Working relationships include direct interaction with patients, internal and external customers, other healthcare professionals, and individuals at the Director level or above. Physician Assistants are Allied Health Professionals whose privileges are supervised by a physician.

Requirements

Master's degree from approved program in Health Science or related field
Graduation from a CAHEA (AMA's Committee on Allied Health, Education and Accreditation) approved program.
Current licensure as a Physician Assistant by Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.
0-2 years related experience.
Understanding of healthcare delivery processes in the medical setting.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal that present clear and concise information.
Demonstrated patient care skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities with competing deadlines.

Responsibilities

Performs clinical services including assessment, intervention and evaluation of care within the scope of practice established by State Law.
Consults and collaborates with physicians, other health care providers, agencies to provide coordinated services to patients and their families.
Documents services according to established policies and procedures, including preparation of the medical record and billing documents.
Performs procedures and treatments as necessary, according to established protocols.
Recommends and orders treatment procedures as needed by the patient.
Promotes patient wellness by providing patient education.
Utilizes advanced clinical knowledge or experience to resolve patient questions and meet patient needs.
Participates in quality initiatives and safety functions.
Assists in identifying and ordering needed supplies.
Remains informed and compliant with current Health System, Warren Clinic, OSHA and HIPAA policies and procedures.
Maintains exemplary patient satisfaction and participates as an engaged team member.