Physician Assistant - Ortho-Bone Health-Columbia
Columbia, SC
Physician Assistant - Ortho-Bone Health-Columbia
Day-shift work under physician supervision in a medical or hospital setting, performing histories, exams, diagnostic test orders, diagnoses, treatment plans, emergency care, and clinic support. Requires a PA bachelor's degree, NCCPA certification, South Carolina PA licensure, and BLS; no experience required.
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Job Summary
Works under the supervision of a physician to give quality treatment, referral and follow-up care in a medical or hospital setting.
Accountabilities
Minimum Qualifications
Required Licensures
Other Required Skills/Knowledge - Knowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions/diseases/types of injuries; excellent communication skills.
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Location
14 Medical Park Rd Richland
Facility
3427 Orthopedics Trauma
Department
34271000 Orthopedics Trauma-Practice Operations
Share your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.
Job Summary
Works under the supervision of a physician to give quality treatment, referral and follow-up care in a medical or hospital setting.
Accountabilities
- Performs health histories, physical exams, individual and group health education. - 20%
- Orders diagnostic laboratory tests and radiological tests, including special testing such as CTs, MRIs, ultrasound, and contrast studies with physician approval. - 20%
- 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. - 20%
- Refers cases to immediate supervising physician when patient conditions are complicated, exceed the Physician Assistant's limit of care or level of training. - 20%
- Provides emergency care to prevent the loss of life, limb or eyesight. Institutes emergency procedures in accordance with level of training. - 10%
- Supports clinic function by participating in policy development, operational improvement and the implementation of policies and improvements. - 10%
Minimum Qualifications
- Education - 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.
- Experience - No previous experience required
Required Licensures
- NCCPA certification and current Physician Assistant licensure in South Carolina
- BLS
Other Required Skills/Knowledge - Knowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions/diseases/types of injuries; excellent communication skills.
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Location
14 Medical Park Rd Richland
Facility
3427 Orthopedics Trauma
Department
34271000 Orthopedics Trauma-Practice Operations
Share your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.