PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT- HOSPITAL MEDICINE POSITION AT MARY FREE BED

Covenant HealthCare•Saginaw, MI

About The Position

The Physician Assistant (PA) provides patient-centered care in a hospital medicine practice and functions in a supervised and independent capacity with the Covenant HealthCare physician team. Where supervision is necessary, it is provided by the practice’s designated supervising physician. The PA is expected to demonstrate customer service consistent with Covenant HealthCare’s mission, vision, and values, and its commitment to Extraordinary Care for Every Generation. The role includes assessing and treating patients, supporting physicians with inpatient care, participating in quality and regulatory activities, and maintaining timely coding and documentation. The PA also educates patients and maintains professional, courteous, and compassionate interactions with patients and staff.

Requirements

Current licensure to practice in the State of Michigan.
Graduation from an accredited institution.
Certification as a Physician Assistant.
Continuing medical education as required by the certification body.
ACLS certification, or willingness to obtain it within 6 months of employment.
Knowledge of acute and chronic care protocols, medication and treatment administration, care delivery, and care documentation.
Knowledge of computer programs and applications; computer literacy and ability to use an EMR system while providing patient care.
Knowledge of medical practices, terminology, billing, and reimbursement.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for establishing a safe work environment.
Interpersonal skills to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with internal and external contacts.
Analytical skills to plan, develop, and administer care to a wide variety of patients.
Ability to assess and treat patients with limited history and background in a timely manner.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, respond calmly and effectively in emergencies, and make decisions within the scope of training and practice.
Ability to maintain punctual attendance consistent with applicable standards.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as a Physician Assistant.
Knowledge in the specialty of the practice for which the position is posted.
Knowledge of Covenant systems, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

Take medical histories; assess patients; order and interpret laboratory tests; perform physical examinations; and treat illnesses and injuries.
Perform hospital history and physicals, discharge summaries, and subsequent care.
Prescribe medication within the scope of licensure and facility limitations.
Educate patients about conditions, treatments, and risk-factor modification.
Assist physicians with hospital inpatient admissions, consultations, and discharges under direct supervision.
Assist with inpatient rounding and keep physicians informed about patient updates, changes in status, test results, and new admissions.
Assist with patient paperwork, including disability forms, prior authorizations, and prescription refills.
Participate in and/or direct regulatory activities in compliance with CLIA, HFAP, OSHA, EMTALA, and Corporate Compliance/Covenant guidelines.
Work with the Office Manager/Coordinator to develop clinical protocols for the practice.
Code and document services provided in a timely manner.
Maintain a professional, courteous, and compassionate approach with patients and staff; model Covenant’s Mission, Vision, and Values and keep its Promise of Caring.