Physician Assistant Geriatric Primary Care

Position Highlights

• Schedule Options :

Full-Time, Monday–Friday, 8 : 00 AM–5 : 00 PM

4x10-hour shifts

Age Range :  Geriatric

Travel Requirements :

Travel to most Hill Country clinics

Outpatient primary care focused on the geriatric population

Access to pharmacy, social, and RN care manager support

Providers enjoy a full-time flexible schedule

JOB SUMMARY

The Physician Assistant (PA) Geriatric is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who actively renders direct patient care and possesses delegated prescriptive authority, is credentialed and privileged, and whose service is billed as an independent billing provider, as recognized by Medicare and Medicaid within the healthcare systems, and in accordance with the appropriate board. The Physician Assistant provides medical care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician. Typically provides care to patients in a geriatric setting, including HouseCalls, outpatient practice, or facilities such as SNF or assisted living.

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 health care needs.

Prescribes, recommends and / or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved protocols / policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.

Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care provided and the effectiveness of care.

Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of the health illness / condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements, over the counter medications and herbal remedies.

Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and / or expertise.

Provides consultation level services for conditions / problems related to the Provider's specialty and training.

Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and competency of the provider as delegated by supervising Physician.

May provide care to a panel of patients in a team-based model focusing on acute and chronic illness management, as well as population health.

May be required to perform patient care duties beyond 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 to include symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures

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) within 30 days of hire or transfer

Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA)

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

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

QUALIFICATIONS

Physician Assistants (PA)

Basic Life Support (BLS) : Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.