Hospitalist Physician Assistant

Description

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Summary :

A Physician Assistant functions as part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to provide high quality, cost effective care to patients within the APPs scope of practice in collaboration with a supervising physician. The APP reflects the mission, vision, and values of the organization, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities : Clinical

• Obtains relevant health and medical history, performs thorough physical assessment, reviews and interprets pertinent diagnostic tests / results. Develops appropriate differential diagnoses. Develops and implements treatment plans including prescribing / ordering of appropriate evidence-based pharmacological agents consistent with departmental guidelines and privileging, and schedules appropriate follow-up management. Actively incorporates evidence-based hospital initiatives to improve patient care. Conducts preventive health screening based on age, history and patient needs. Maintains clear comprehensive yet concise records of all aspects of patient care. Maintains essential knowledge of general disease and pathologic processes. Maintains extensive knowledge of their specialty literature including awareness of developing areas. Consistently derives correct diagnoses through synthesis of clinical data and proper selection and interpretation of diagnostic studies. Develops comprehensive differential diagnoses for patients. Revises the plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Prioritizes work and assists staff to provide prompt and efficient client flow. Consistently maintains high productivity according to identified standards. Leads / participates in projects to improve productivity. Appropriately performs medical procedures consistent with departmental guidelines, privileging, and clinical roles / responsibilities.

Education

Leadership

Professional

Quality / Research

Other Information

Other information :

Education Requirements :

Completion of an accredited graduate-level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.

Licensure / Certification Requirements :

Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider (i.e., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) in the state of North Carolina.

Board certification if required by the Department. DEA.

Professional Experience Requirements :

No prior experience required.

Knowledge / Skills / and Abilities Requirements :

Demonstrated clinical competency.

Effective leadership skills. Strong interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Demonstrated written and verbal communication and strong analytical skills.

Effective interaction to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.

Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.

Job Details

Legal Employer : NCHEALTH

Entity : UNC REX Healthcare

Organization Unit : Johnston Hospitalists

Work Type : Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week : 8.00

Salary Range : $52.95 - $72.48 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type : Onsite

Work Schedule : Variable

Location of Job : US : NC : Smithfield

Exempt From Overtime : Exempt : Yes

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d / b / a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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