Physician Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant.
• Must meet requirements set forth by the Medical Staff Office to obtain and retain privileges to practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant within UF Health Shands Hospital and/or the Shands UF Healthcare Network, as applicable.
• Current and clear license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the State of Florida.
• BLS is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the attending physician in the care and management of patients on Inpatient units.
• Makes patient rounds and contributes to daily care decisions.
• Writes orders and interacts with consultants.
• Facilitates and coordinates the scheduling of therapeutic and diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Makes frequent bedside visits to assess patient status and direct care.
• May see patients in the clinic environment.
• Provides diagnostic and therapeutic health care coverage for patients in a clinic setting.
• Takes medical histories and performs physical examinations.
• Coordinates lab tests and diagnostic studies.
• Prescribes medications.
• Provides assistance to patients regarding treatment plans and education.
• Shares call hours, phone coverage, and sees admitted patients within the hospital.