Palliative Care Physician Assistant

Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc. • Dallas, TX, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 2h ago

JOB SUMMARY

The Physician Assistant Medical Specialty is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who actively renders direct patient care and possesses delegated prescriptive authority. This role requires credentialing and privileging, and services are billed as an independent billing provider, as recognized by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider provides medical care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician. These providers work in a specialty clinic, specializing in areas such as Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and Immunology, Rheumatology, or other medical specialties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and healthcare needs.
Prescribes, recommends, and/or employs medical drug therapies or other therapeutic treatments and procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost.
Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, and in partnership with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate.
Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of health conditions, medication, nutrition, and health promotion.
Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes.
Provides consultation-level services for conditions/problems related to the provider’s specialty and training.
Manages patients in healthcare settings other than primary clinic settings (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, procedural, etc.).
Performs invasive procedures specific to the scope of practice and competency of the provider as delegated by the supervising physician.
May be required to perform patient care duties beyond the regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities.
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills.
Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.
Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans.
Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification.
Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests.
Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following:

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
Tuition Reimbursement.
PTO accrual beginning Day 1.

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION - Graduate of an Accredited Program.
EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Physician Assistants (PA): Must have a PA license through the state of Texas.

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