We are seeking a Physician Assistant to support the Family Practice and to provide coverage when the providers are out of the office.
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENT / DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illness.
- Perform age-appropriate history and physical.
- Order and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic tests relative to patient's age-specific needs.
- Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments to patient's age-specific needs.
- Monitor the effectiveness of treatments.
- Provide education on acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Manage chronic medical conditions.
- Reconcile medication list.
- Facilitate appointments to specialists.
- Provide thorough exams and evaluations of patient's health status.
- Facilitate appropriate chronic care management (i.e., diabetic eye exams, foot exams, and nutritional counseling).
- Preventive medicine.
- Keep track of and refer patients to appropriate preventive medical screenings (e.g., mammograms and colonoscopies).
- Counsel and reinforce patients in healthy lifestyle habits.
Qualifications
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Physician Assistant certification.
- Massachusetts license.
- ACLS Certificate.
- MCSR (Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration).
EXPERIENCE
- Proficient computer skills (MS Word).
- EMR experience required.
- Ability to document in electronic health record completely and accurately.
- Knowledge of clinical reminders and how to use them appropriately.
- Good communication skills, both spoken and written.
- Willing and able to work in a team environment.
- Able to change with the ever-evolving healthcare field.
EEO Statement
Martha's Vineyard Hospital and Windemere Nursing & Rehabilitation Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.
Location
MA-Oak Bluffs-MVH Martha's Vineyard Hospital
Work Locations
MVH Martha's Vineyard Hospital
1 Hospital Road
Oak Bluffs, 02557
Job Details
Job: Physician Assistants
Organization: Martha's Vineyard Hospital (MVH)
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours: 40
Shift: Day Job
Posted Shift Description: Full Time Opportunity in our Family Practice
Employee Status: Regular
Recruiting Department: MVH Primary Care 1
Job Posting: Oct 29, 2024
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