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Physician Assistants work collaboratively with all members of the care team providing world class service to both the patients and staff of Martin’s Point. Physician Assistants (PA) with current license and DEA#, and who are granted clinical privileges, are expected to provide the medical services necessary to attend to the medical needs of each patient. The PA may perform those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for which he or she had been granted privileges by the Medical Executive Committee, under the guidance of the Practice Medical Director and/or primary supervising physician, though the primary supervising physician need not necessarily be present at the time the procedures are performed. The PA will communicate directly with his or her supervising physicians, medical staff members, nursing staff and other members of the health care team to coordinate patient care requirements.
Job Description
The Physician Assistant generally does the following: within the scope of his/her supervisory/alternative supervisory physician:
Education/Experience:
Successful completion of an approved Physician Assistant program.
Required License(s) and/or Certification(s):
Skills/Knowledge/Competencies (Behaviors):
Knowledge of professional practice and medical care to give and evaluate patient care.Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of Physician Assistant to provide ongoing patient care.Skill in taking medical history to assess medical condition and interpret findings.Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.Ability to maintain quality control standards.Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.Do you have a question about Provider careers at Martin’s Point Health Care? Contact our Provider Recruiter, SE at shawnelise.lapomarda@martinspoint.org
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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