Physician Assistant

Advocare LLC•Haddonfield, NJ

51d•$120,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Advocare Grove Family Medical Associates in Haddonfield, NJ is seeking a Physician’s Assistant (PA) to join their growing suburban practice. This role offers a warm, family environment with the support of the larger Advocare network. The practice serves patients aged 16 and older and is committed to promoting healthful living. They have an outstanding reputation for patient care, with physicians rated as Top Docs and recognized as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home. The PA will be responsible for delivering comprehensive, patient-centered healthcare, including general and preventive care, physical examinations, diagnosing and treating illnesses, ordering and interpreting lab tests, and prescribing medications. The PA will be involved in all aspects of patient care, working collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality care. Advocare, LLC is a physician-owned partnership. As a PA at this office, you will have strong clinical support and a friendly staff, being an integral part of a mutually supportive and forward-thinking clinical team.

Requirements

Board Certification as a Physician’s Assistant
Strong educational background
Experience working in primary care as a Physician’s Assistant (1-2 years minimum)
Proficiency with medical instruments and equipment required to perform your work
Knowledge of computer-based data management programs and information systems, as well as medical records and point-of-interview technology
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare workers, and collaborate with team members
Must be able to think critically, evaluate various options to treat a condition and then identify the one he or she decides will have the best outcome
Maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced yet friendly environment
Must be well organized and detail-oriented; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion concerning health service records and information

Responsibilities

Delivering comprehensive, patient-centered healthcare.
Providing general and preventive care.
Conducting physical examinations.
Diagnosing and treating illnesses.
Ordering and interpreting lab tests.
Prescribing medications.
Playing a vital role in all aspects of patient care, including evaluation, treatment planning, and consultation.
Working collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality care.
Performing physical examinations of patients to evaluate health and diagnose illnesses.
Administering and performing diagnostic tests, such as x-rays and laboratory tests.
Creating patient care plans and contributing to existing ones.
Detecting changes in patients' health and modifying treatment plans, as needed.
Educating and counseling patients and families on presenting health problems, treatment plans, and home care.
Facilitating the patient’s transition within and between health care settings, e.g., admitting, transferring, and discharging patients.
Collaborating with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals.
Planning and managing patient care according to the patient’s needs.
Ensuring compliance with all healthcare regulations including HIPPA, OSHA, etc.
Actively maintaining knowledge of current medical research and trends.