Physician Assistant

Greater Boston Urology•Easton, MA

About The Position

As a primary health care provider working in collaboration with licensed physician(s), the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) assesses patients’ physical status through interviews, health histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic tests. Following medical protocols agreed upon with the physician, the APP evaluates test findings, makes initial medical diagnoses, and initiates appropriate actions to support the therapeutic plan and patients’ ongoing health care needs. The role includes assessing and managing acute and chronic illnesses, contributing to plans of care, educating patients and families, documenting assessments and care, and coordinating with supervising physicians and other health care providers. The APP may provide care at affiliated off-site locations, including hospitals, and may participate in developing organizational policies and procedures.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited NP/PA program.
AANP or ANCC/NCCPA board certification, license, or qualification for state licensure is required.
Current BLS certification.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with varied concrete situations where standardization is limited, and to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
Thorough knowledge of computer information systems.

Nice To Haves

Two years of Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Obtain and document complete, advanced health and development histories from patients and/or family members; perform and document advanced physical examinations, identify problems, and present data.
In collaboration with licensed physician(s), order and/or perform screening and diagnostic tests and procedures, analyze collected data, and take appropriate action.
Explain scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including their necessity, preparation, nature, and anticipated effects, to patients and families.
Provide patient education relevant to concerns and diagnoses, including preventive health maintenance.
Assist with formulating and implementing plans of care, which may include treatment modalities, prescribed medications, consultations, and referrals.
Consult the supervising physician when patient progress does not meet anticipated or predetermined criteria.
Identify and manage acute and chronic illnesses in collaboration with physician(s) and in accordance with established protocols.
Document patient data, assessments, and plans of care in accordance with Associated Medical Professionals standards.
Maintain and improve professional knowledge and skills through seminars, lectures, and continuing education.
Apply working knowledge of medical documentation, correct billing procedures, and health care regulatory compliance standards.
Provide formal and/or informal in-services to clinical staff and, when asked, assist with teaching students, residents, and interns in complex cardiology techniques and procedures.
Provide emergency treatment and initiate lifesaving measures as appropriate, including BLS/CPR and ACLS.
Provide medical care at affiliated off-site locations, including hospitals, when requested.
Participate in developing U.S. Urology Partners policies and procedures when asked.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.