Responsibilities:
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in Inpatient Neuroscience plays a critical role in the comprehensive care of patients within the areas of Neurosurgery, Epilepsy, and Inpatient Rehab. This position involves collaboration with Neurosurgeons, Epileptologists, Physiatrists, and interdisciplinary teams to manage complex neurological conditions in a pediatric inpatient hospital setting. The APP will assess, diagnose, and treat patients while providing education to patients, families, and staff to ensure optimal care.
Physician Assistant:
With the supervision of a Physician (as per O.R.C. 4730), the PA-C provides medical care, diagnostic, and therapeutic interventions to patients with complex, acute, and chronic health conditions. This medical care may be in a variety of clinical settings. Assesses health status by obtaining relevant health and medical history. Performs a physical exam based upon the age and patient history as per the Supervisory Agreement in place with OSMB. Must be able to work with autonomy within Ohio law under the direction of the supervising physician. Identifies significant health and medical risk factors. Orders, interprets, and evaluates laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies to assess the patient's clinical problems and health care needs. Develops a diagnosis by analyzing and synthesizing collected data. Develops a treatment plan along with the patient and significant others as directed and reviewed by a physician. Performs diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with certification, law, and Akron Children's Hospital privileges. May prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by prescriptive authority through the Ohio Board of Medicine and hospital policy. Develops a patient education plan. Collaborates with nursing, medical, and other healthcare team members regularly to ensure quality patient care. May serve as a clinical preceptor for PA students. Other duties as assigned.
Outpatient:
Practice emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention, and the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health problems. Participates in quality monitoring through the review of records and treatment plans for patient outcomes on a bi-annual basis to assure quality care and per ORC requirements. This review is completed via the Focused Professional Performance Evaluation (FPPE) and Ongoing Professional Performance Evaluation (OPPE) for Advanced Practice Providers as part of Joint Commission requirements.
Other Information:
Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies preferred. Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program. Licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Ohio, current NCCPA (National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistant) certification. Must have Supervision Agreement filed, current certificate to practice, and certificate to prescribe (or eligible) by Ohio Board of Medicine. Must obtain credentialing as an active member of the medical staff and appropriate medical staff privileges. Current Health Care Provider BLS training is required. Individuals hired without an MS Degree and those hired without a certificate to prescribe (or CTP eligible) must actively pursue and obtain an MS degree/certificate to prescribe. Excellent critical thinking, self-motivation, and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
Employment Type: Full Time
FTE: 0.900000
Status: Onsite
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