Physician Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• BA/BS, MS preferred.
• Graduate of AMA accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Minimum of one-year experience as Physician Assistant, preferably in office/clinic setting.
• Current Ohio state PA license, certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant.
• Current CPR certification.
• Knowledge of professional clinical theory, practices and regulations to give and evaluate patient care.
• Knowledge of how to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patience care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment.
• Skills in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional clinical to provide ongoing patient care.
• Skill in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Obtains complete medical history and physical data on patients.
• Reviews patient records.
• Assesses patient health status including state of wellness, compliance with care plan and determines appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Provides acute and chronic patient care including taking histories, doing physicals, monitoring therapies, minor office surgical procedures.
• Administers injections, immunizations and oral medications.
• Prescribes medications.
• Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.
• Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• Responds to emergencies including use of CPR/ACLS.
• Documents patient information and care provided in patient records and maintains department statistics.
• Uses computer/EMR system to access/enter needed data.
• Educates patient and families as appropriate regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Provides continuity of care.
• Consults with other staff as necessary.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention.
• Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Performs independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situations.
• Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
• Performs work as related.
• The job holder must demonstrate competencies applicable to job position.