Physician Assistant – Wprc

Physician Assistant – Wprc

Requirements

• Knowledge of the professional medical practice and care to give and evaluate patient care
• Knowledge of organizations policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient care
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
• Skilled in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of medicine to provide on-going patient care
• Skilled in taking medical history, assessing medical conditions and interpreting finds
• Skilled in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence
• Skilled in developing and maintaining department quality assurance
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public
• Ability to maintain quality control standards
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situation
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Graduate from accredited Physician’s Assistant program
• Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician’s Assistants

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and gather medical information
• Give physical exams to make correct diagnoses
• Work with Physicians and Nurses to prescribe and administer medications
• Monitor patient progress and make adjustments to treatment
• Instruct patients and their families about best practices at home
• Document and update patient records
• Refer patients to specialists or order laboratory tests as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior operating room experience is preferred