Physician Associate-Certified, PA-C - Pediatric

Redbud Pediatrics•Wichita, KS

48d•Onsite

About The Position

A salaried position responsible for providing pediatric primary care services under physician supervision, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients and families. Within physician – physician associate (PA) relationship, PAs exercise autonomy in medical decision making and provide a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services.

Requirements

Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology and therapeutics, basic nutrition, behavioral factors, psychosocial/family systems, diagnostic testing, interpretation of results and clinical decision making, alternative treatment modalities.
Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status including state of wellness, and compliance with care recommendations.
Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments used to administer patient care.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment.
Knowledge of health promotion, health risk identification, and patient education principles and techniques.
Knowledge of community, professional, and educational resources.
Knowledge of practice management systems including electronic health record systems (EHRs).
Skill in oral and written communication; interviewing to gather medical histories; providing presentations, consultations, facilitation, and documentation, e.g., writing medical orders, patient education materials, and medical record updates.
Skill in case management, time management, problem solving, crisis intervention, multitasking, and other organizational matters.
Ability to analyze complex data and draw conclusions.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, clinical staff, and the public.
Ability to competently use Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and appropriate practice management software.
Masters degree required.
Successful completion of physician associate training and certification from an accredited physician associate program.
Minimum two years of Physician Associate experience in a clinic setting.
Current state of Kansas PA license.
Current NCCPA certification
Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assessing/presenting illness, risk factors, family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination.
Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests.
Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness.
Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.
Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws.
Handles minor lacerations.
Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments.
Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention.
Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs.
Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies.
Prepares documentation for medical records including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized manner.
Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team on area of specialty.
Complies with patient confidentiality requirements.
Promotes patient advocacy.
Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient.
Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails.
Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals.
Performs other duties as assigned.