Physician Asst

Covenant Health•Oak Ridge, TN

About The Position

The Physician Assistant at Oak Ridge Gastroenterology Associates augments a physician’s ability to provide patient care. The role independently and interdependently schedules, supervises, and/or conducts complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and participates in direct patient care within the scope of authority granted by the Tennessee Board. The position may supervise support staff. Covenant Medical Group is the employed and managed medical practice organization of Covenant Health, providing comprehensive care across East Tennessee. The group has more than 300 physicians and advanced practice providers in 20 communities and delivers care across a broad range of specialties. It is committed to coordinated, patient-centered care and access to providers close to home.

Requirements

Licensed as a physician assistant by the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners.
CPR required.

Responsibilities

Obtain detailed patient histories and perform physical examinations; assess and treat acute and chronic medical problems and provide direct care to the specified patient population.
Deliver patient care within the scope of approved privileges.
Obtain complete and accurate patient information to determine appropriate treatment plans.
Order and/or administer appropriate medical tests.
Perform treatments efficiently, keep patients informed, and ensure their comfort.
Communicate effectively with patients and the healthcare team, address care issues according to established protocols, and ensure verbal and written orders and instructions are clear and understood.
Monitor the quality of care and develop and implement individualized, appropriate, outcome-based patient care plans.
Plan, manage, and coordinate patient care; provide patient and family education and counseling directly or by referral.
Intervene in and help diffuse situations involving agitated, confused, or emotional patients or family members.
Consult and coordinate with healthcare providers, contribute as a team member, and assist providers by answering questions or sharing patient-care information.
Coordinate with healthcare providers and team members to develop and implement treatment plans and support timely patient flow.
Coordinate with management to support quality care delivery.
Contribute to the organization’s mission, vision, goals, and objectives; work toward goals and participate in quality-improvement initiatives as requested.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment; report defective or missing equipment and safety hazards; assist with disaster planning and related activities.
Complete chart reviews regularly and help ensure applicable Joint Commission and other regulatory standards are met.
Follow policies, procedures, bylaws, and safety standards; complete required annual education assignments.
Document patient notes legibly and clearly, adapt communication to the recipient, listen for indications that patients need additional assistance, and request feedback to confirm understanding.
Collaborate with patients, physicians, and other care-team members in a team-based approach to patient care.
Assist with departmental committee and meeting responsibilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.