Physician Assistant

About Us:

Job Summary:

Job Description:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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  Obtain and record complete medical history of patients
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  Perform physical examinations of patients and document results
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  Order, evaluate and monitor medical and laboratory diagnostic tests and treatment plans including laboratory tests, x-rays, pharmaceuticals, blood products and interdisciplinary consults in collaboration with attending physicians or designee and according to established guidelines
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  Prepare, develop and initiate treatment plans in consultation with attending physicians; develop inpatient and outpatient care and write medication and other orders as prescribed
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  Perform routine invasive procedures
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  Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
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  Educate and counsel patient and family members on conditions, desired results of treatment plans, expectations during illness and recovery and other related areas
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  Conduct patient rounds and document assessment, diagnoses and treatment plans in progress notes
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  Perform a variety of patient care activities in assigned outpatient clinic (e.g., surgical procedures, pre- and post- operative care, etc.)
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  Prepare discharge summaries as assigned
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  Respond to emergencies and initiate appropriate treatment until relieved of duties by a physician
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  Establish and maintain productive working relationships with people inside and outside the department and/or practice
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  Participate in clinical and experimental research, including statistical analyses of data
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  Other duties as may be assigned

Education, Licensure/Certification, and Training:

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  Bachelor’s of Science degree from an accredited program for Physician Assistants, including a 6-month to 12- month clinical internship required
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  Current Michigan Physician Assistant License
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  Current Michigan Controlled Substance License
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  Certification from the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants
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  1-3 years experience preferred

Skills and Abilities:

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  Patient management skills necessary to provide quality care
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  Ability to operate accurately a variety of medical equipment
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  Ability to monitor data, develop treatment plans and prescribe medications
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  Good written and verbal communication skills to convey and receive information effectively (face-to-face, telephone and electronic)
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  Good analytical and judgment skills
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  Ability to use computer software programs and systems
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  Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding patients, personnel and/or financial data
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  Excellent organizational skills to work independently, prioritize, handle multiple tasks and manage time

Safety Requirements:

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  Compliance with Department Health and Safety policies and procedures

Working Conditions/Schedule:

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  40-hour work week, hours and days to be determined by the business needs of the department. Additional hours may be required