Family Medicine Physician Assistant – Inpatient (Dual Posted with Job ID 57510 - Nurse Practitioner Specialty Care)

The University of Missouri (MU) Department of Family & Community Medicine in Columbia, Missouri, is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our inpatient medicine team. This provider will work alongside Attending Family Medicine Physicians, Family Medicine Residents, and a multidisciplinary care team to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care at our 390-bed flagship University Hospital location. This position is Dual Posted with Job ID 57510 and only one candidate will be hired.

Our department is a national leader in family medicine and values diversity, inclusion, and team-based care. By engaging the unique strengths of every team member, we aim to serve our patients, families, and communities with excellence.

Practice Highlights :

Join an established team of Advanced Practice Clinicians, Attending Physicians, Residents, and Pharmacists to care for adult non-pregnant inpatients.

Collaborate with an experienced team of inpatient-focused Family Medicine Attending Physicians under indirect supervision.

Collaborating attendings are on-site seeing inpatients with the resident physician teams.

Average daily census of 6-10 patients per provider.

No required night or weekend responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Performs admissions and discharges for patients including appropriate assessment, orders, and documentation.

Performs and documents daily assessment, physical examination, and plan of care for admitted patients.

Counsels patients and families regarding care plan and post-discharge plan.

Performs additional physical assessments of patient's conditions and needs as clinically indicated.

Recognizes, critically assesses, and treats any changes in patients' condition

Participates in daily multi-disciplinary rounds with Pharmacist, Social Worker, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and Dietician

Orders appropriate medications, therapies, labs, diagnostic tests under the supervision of the attending physician.

Instructs and counsels patients regarding mental and physical health using established protocols.

Additional Responsibilities as assigned or agreed on, including but not limited to :

Participates in quality improvement projects

Represents the inpatient service leadership on committees or in ad-hoc meetings.

Onboarding training for new hires may include working under direct attending physician supervision for a period of time depending on level of experience

Opportunities for voluntary extra 'moonlight' weekend shifts for additional compensation based on inpatient census

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone Countys largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year.  If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

2-4 years experience with inpatient medicine.

Physicians Assistant (PA) licensure by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https : / / www.umsystem.edu / totalrewards / benefits .

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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