PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Arizona Center for Cancer Care•Scottsdale, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physician Assistant manages all aspects of patient care related to comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of medical conditions, with input from the supervising physician as needed. The role involves front-line contact with patients and families and requires a friendly, caring, courteous, and professional attitude. The position is full-time, based at MED ONC Scottsdale in Scottsdale, Arizona, and has a day shift.

Requirements

Graduate of an ARC-PA-accredited Physician Assistant program.
Valid, unrestricted license to practice issued by the Arizona Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants.
Degrees and credits must be from an academically accredited college or university recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Good knowledge of medicine related to medical examination, health history, development of working diagnoses, and other areas appropriate to the service provided.
Working knowledge of electronic health records.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Computer experience with EMR knowledge.
Ability to stand for long periods.
Ability to see details at close range, understand spoken information, read written information, and communicate verbally so others understand.
Ability to use hands daily for typing, filing, and writing or signing documents.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds to transfer equipment, help position patients, and pack or unpack supplies.
Ability to bend, twist, and change positions frequently to assist patients.

Responsibilities

Obtain patient health histories and perform physical examinations for consultation and follow-up visits.
Assess patient needs and establish a plan of care with the supervising physician.
Order appropriate imaging and laboratory tests.
Review results and consult with the supervising physician as appropriate and as delegated.
Prescribe and dispense medication in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Document subjective and objective findings in electronic health records.
Provide basic education and counseling to patients.
Collaborate with staff and other clinicians to develop, update, and comply with medical and nursing protocols.
Coordinate medical care with other providers to optimize patient care.
Manage after-hours care, including evenings and weekends, as requested by the supervising physician.
Organize patient information to track patient care.
Communicate verbally with the supervising physician in person, by phone, or by text to optimize patient care.
Complete electronic health record documentation within 24 hours of the patient visit.