NP/PA - Pediatric Neurology - Columbia

Prisma Health • Columbia, SC, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

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Job Summary

Works under the supervision of a physician to give quality treatment, referral and follow-up care in a medical or hospital setting.

Accountabilities

Performs health histories, physical exams, individual and group health education. - 20%
Orders diagnostic laboratory tests and radiological tests, including special testing such as CTs, MRIs, ultrasound, and contrast studies with physician approval. - 20%
Interprets physical findings, lab and x-ray results, makes diagnoses, and formulates and carries out treatment plan, prescribing medication in accordance to state licensing laws. - 20%
Refers cases to immediate supervising physician when patient conditions are complicated, exceed the Physician Assistant’s limit of care or level of training. - 20%
Provides emergency care to prevent the loss of life, limb or eyesight. Institutes emergency procedures in accordance with level of training. - 10%
Supports clinic function by participating in policy development, operational improvement and the implementation of policies and improvements. - 10%

Minimum Qualifications

Education - Bachelor's degree in a Physician Assistant program approved by an accredited medical body such as CAHEA, American Medical Association or the Association of Medical College.
Experience - No previous experience required.

Required Licensures

NCCPA certification and current Physician Assistant licensure in South Carolina.
BLS.

Other Required Skills/Knowledge

Knowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions/diseases/types of injuries; excellent communication skills.
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Certificate of Added Qualification in Emergency Medicine - NCCPA CAQ in EM - Preferred.

Work Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Location

9 Medical Park Rd Richland

Facility

3463 Pediatric Neurology 9 Med Park 110

Department

34631000 Pediatric Neurology 9 Med Park 110-Practice Operations

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