Urgent Care Physician Assistant

American Family Care Old Bridge•East Brunswick, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients through collaboration with a designated physician. This role involves assessing and treating patients with common acute conditions, illnesses, or minor trauma, and collaborating with physicians on the healthcare of patients with chronic illnesses. The position also includes educating patients and/or families about preventive care, positive behaviors, medical issues, and the use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications. Maintaining accurate and confidential medical records, ordering diagnostic tests, and prescribing medications within the scope of the license are key responsibilities. The role also involves facilitating physician review of records and promoting preventive and health maintenance care.

Requirements

Current licensure as a Certified Physician Assistant
Ability to learn and utilize Electronic Medical Records system
Ability and willingness to work weekend and holiday work as required
Flexible, self-motivated individual who is dedicated to quality patient care and customer satisfaction
Excellent communication skills
Works effectively in a team environment
Projects a positive image and has a “Patients First” attitude

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in primary/urgent care or internal medicine practice is desirable

Responsibilities

Assess and treat patients with common acute conditions, illnesses, or minor trauma in collaboration with a physician
Collaborate with the physician in the health care of patients with chronic illnesses.
Educate patients and/or families about preventive care, positive behaviors, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications.
Maintain legible, accurate, and confidential medical records.
Document all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations
Order diagnostic tests as appropriate.
Prescribe medications within scope of license.
Facilitate evaluation of records by physician(s) according to protocols and receive and implement constructive directives.
Promote preventive and health maintenance care, including annual physicals, positive health behaviors, self-care skills, and use of prescribed medical treatments and medications through education and counseling.
Regular attendance to ensure efficient operations
Experience with wound care and laceration management