Physician Assistant - Part Time - PICU - Department of Pediatrics

University of Mississippi Medical Center•Jackson, MS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physician Assistant manages and provides patient medical care and promotes patient health and wellness by assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating appropriate patient care under physician supervision and in accordance with UMMC, state, and federal requirements and guidelines. The position performs duties in support of the medical center’s purpose and is assigned to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) in the Department of Pediatrics. The role requires graduation from an approved physician assistant program within 90 days, PANCE certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), and licensure by the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure prior to hire. This is a part-time, 50% FTE, hourly position on the day shift.

Requirements

Graduate from an approved physician assistant program within 90 days.
Obtain PANCE certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) prior to hire.
Obtain licensure by the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure prior to hire.
Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, family members, and staff.
Ability to educate patients and family members about disease or injury, proper care and treatment, and preventative health care.
Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.

Responsibilities

Conduct complex, standardized patient care procedures; evaluate patients’ medical complaints and provide appropriate treatment.
Obtain, compile, and record patient medical data, including health history, progress notes, treatment procedures, and physical examination results.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as x-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory tests.
Prescribe therapy and medications according to the treatment plan.
Guide and instruct patients and families about disease processes, therapies, outcomes, and preventative health care.
Follow safety, environmental, and infection-control methods.
Serve on at least one hospital or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or the work area.
Demonstrate exceptional customer service standards.
Serve as an expert or resource to clinic staff in the area of specialty.
Educate and mentor students and newly hired advanced practice providers.
Contribute to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and others upon request.