Advanced Practice Clinician – Ortho Spine
| Company | Prisma Health |
|---|---|
| Location | Greenville, SC, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a Physician Assistant program approved by an accredited medical body such as CAHEA, American Medical Association or the Association of Medical College
- NCCPA certification and current Physician Assistant licensure in South Carolina
- BLS
Responsibilities
- Performs health histories, physical exams, individual and group health education
- Orders diagnostic laboratory tests and radiological tests, including special testing such as CTs, MRIs, ultrasound, and contrast studies with physician approval
- Interprets physical findings, lab and x-ray results, makes diagnoses, and formulates and carries out treatment plan, prescribing medication in accordance to state licensing laws
- Refers cases to immediate supervising physician when patient conditions are complicated, exceed the Physician Assistant’s limit of care or level of training
- Provides emergency care to prevent the loss of life, limb or eyesight. Institutes emergency procedures in accordance with level of training
- Supports clinic function by participating in policy development, operational improvement and the implementation of policies and improvements
Preferred Qualifications
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Certificate of Added Qualification in Emergency Medicine – NCCPA CAQ in EM – Preferred