Emergency Dept Physician Assistant Full Time
About The Position
The role of the Physician Assistant is to functionally support and extend the role of the Physician by providing patient-focused evaluation and communication. Provides care for specific patients under the supervision of and in collaboration with the Physician. At all times, the Physician Assistant will function in accordance with the applicable articles of Indiana Code regulating the practice of the Physician Assistant. As changes to Indiana Code are advanced, the Physician Assistant will comply with those requirements as well. Under current Medical Staff Rules and Regulations, all medical record entries and/or orders written by the Physician Assistant require later Physician authentication. A Physician will directly supervise procedures unless competency and Physician approval is documented.
Requirements
- Graduate of an Accredited Physician Assistant Program.
- Must maintain required continuing medical education.
- Certification from the National Commission of Physician Assistants.
- Licensed to practice in Indiana.
Nice To Haves
- Previous work experience as a Physician Assistant is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Functionally support and extend the role of the Physician by providing patient-focused evaluation and communication.
- Provide care for specific patients under the supervision of and in collaboration with the Physician.
- Function in accordance with the applicable articles of Indiana Code regulating the practice of the Physician Assistant.
- Comply with changes to Indiana Code as they are advanced.
- Ensure all medical record entries and/or orders written by the Physician Assistant require later Physician authentication.
- Have a Physician directly supervise procedures unless competency and Physician approval is documented.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
