Physician Assistant

The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed healthcare professional who provides medical care under the supervision of a physician. Key responsibilities include taking patient histories, conducting physical exams, diagnosing illnesses, and developing treatment plans. PAs also prescribe medications, assist in surgeries, and provide patient education. Strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to work collaboratively in a healthcare team are essential for success in this role.Essential functionsPerform in-office medical evaluation and management, pre-operative and post-operative care, history, and physical examinations for patients with emergent, acute, and chronic medical concernsPerform appropriate medical evaluation, formulation of care plans, necessary or applicable non-invasive in-office procedures, education of patients, and follow-up appointmentsTake weekday, weekend, and Holiday call for the practiceDocument clinical encounters closing office visits and telephone encountersRoute medical office charts to supervising physiciansAssist physicians directly in the clinic by evaluating and treating physician-scheduled patients independently or side-by-sideManage electronic in-basket inquiries and email including, but not limited to patient phone calls, patient inquiries, laboratory and diagnostic test results, staff messages, carbon-copied medical charts, and other general duties.CompetenciesAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environmentExcellent customer service and computer skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsFriendly, personable demeanorDetail orientedPhysical demandsMust be able to occasionally lift and / or move up to or more than 25 pounds. Frequent sitting with occasional standing and walking. Utilization of hand and finger dexterity for computer work and the viewing of a computer screen for the majority of the day.Travel requiredIn-state multi clinic travel may be required.Required education and experienceMaster’s in physician assistant studies from an accredited programPhysician Assistant license for the State of DelawareState of Delaware and Federal Narcotics LicensesBasic Life Support (BLS) (required) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (optional)Active NCCPA certification and re-certification when applicableHighschool diploma or GEDPreferred education and experiencePrevious experience as a Physician Assistant preferred
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