Physician Assistant - West Liberty - Family Medicine

University of Iowa • Iowa City, IA

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About The Position

The University of Iowa Health Care department of Family Medicine is seeking a Physician Assistant to perform direct patient care under physician supervision. This role involves exercising autonomy in medical decision-making, assisting in the education of healthcare students, and providing a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic services.

Requirements

• Must comply with registration and licensure requirements as specified by the Iowa Board of Physician Assistant Examiners.
• Graduation from an accredited PA educational program and/or certification by the NCCPA.
• Previous experience in a primary care environment providing care to adults and children.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 1-year clinical experience after completion of PA training is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated proficiency with EPIC is highly desirable.
• 2+ years' experience in a primary care setting is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care responsibilities as directed by a supervising physician.
• Obtain medical history and perform physical examinations.
• Assess, assist, diagnose, and treat medical or surgical problems and record findings.
• Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, and care of wounds.
• Perform office surgical procedures including skin biopsy, mole or wart removal, toenail removal, and incision and drainage of abscesses.
• Provide basic care for orthopedic problems including strains, sprains, dislocations, and simple fractures.
• Instruct and counsel patients regarding physical and mental health matters.
• Assist in the delivery of services to patients requiring continuing care.
• Refer patients to appropriate specialty and subspecialty physicians as indicated.
• Evaluate, treat, and institute procedures for emergency medical problems.
• Maintain awareness of health facilities and resources for patient referral.
• Assist in ordering drugs and supplies, record keeping, and maintenance of equipment.
• Admit patients to hospital or health care facility as directed.
• Order and interpret laboratory tests and special medical exams.
• Order diets, physical therapy, or other rehabilitative services.
• Distribute properly packaged and labeled prescription drugs when necessary.
• Order medications and administer drugs.
• Direct other medical personnel in the execution of patient care.
• Participate in educating fellows, residents, and students.
• Assist with clinical research and trials.
• Participate in committees within the division and department.

Benefits

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa.
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation, sick leave, health, dental, life and disability insurance options, and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed