Physician Extender General Surgery Prattville/Dr. Mora FT

Jackson Hospital Foundation • Montgomery, AL

6d

About The Position

The Certified Physician Extender will work in collaboration with a physician to provide primary care services for ambulatory patients in the Jackson Clinic. Performs new patient, follow-up, and walk-in visits in collaboration with the primary care physician. Documents and submits to the physician a list of patient encounters made each day for approval. Documents and submits charges for all patient encounters in the electronic medical record. Assists and takes initiative in handling issues of a non-routine nature. Performs other duties as requested.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• National certification with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners or the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants is also required
• Previous work experience is required in the ambulatory care setting
• Current licensure as a CRNP or as a Physician Assistant in the State of Alabama
• Strong oral and written communication skills required, as well as leadership and organizational abilities
• Self-directed and who will accept accountability for their actions

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care services for ambulatory patients
• Perform new patient, follow-up, and walk-in visits
• Document and submit patient encounters for approval
• Document and submit charges for patient encounters
• Assist in handling issues of a non-routine nature
• Perform other duties as requested

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees