Physician Asst I ED NRV
Company: Carilion Clinic
Location: Christiansburg
Posted on: May 6, 2024
Job Description:
How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:ACP position in busy Level
2 Trauma Center. Job responsibilities in all areas of Emergency
Department: Main, Trauma, Peds, Fast Track, Obs. Shift incl days
and mids, weekends & holidays. Very equitable scheduling and
opportunity to work in other system EDs to increase professional
development as well as to enhance work:life balance. Ideal
candidate will have completed post-grad EM fellowship but will
consider candidate with 1 yr of EM or FM/IM withUrgent Care
experience. Strong new grads with robust EM rotations in school
also considered. This role includes responsibility for identifying
the patient's health status through taking of health histories;
performing physical examinations; initiating screening and
diagnostic procedures; management of minor trauma and acute health
problems; health maintenance and clinical management of stable or
chronically ill patients. The Physician Assistant (PA) demonstrates
knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and
assesses data reflective of the patient's status. The PA interprets
the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's
requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and provides
care according to departmental policies and procedures.
- Obtains comprehensive health history. Performs basic physical,
psychological and developmental assessments using the techniques of
observation, inspection, auscultation, percussion and
palpation.
- Discriminates between normal and abnormal physical,
psychological and developmental findings and appropriately
determines when to consult and/or refer the patient to other
members of the health care team.
- Performs or requests laboratory/radiology procedures and
screening tests. Analyzes and interprets these and other health
data.
- Assesses, diagnoses, and manages selected acute and chronic
illnesses and conditions. Initiates and implements appropriate
treatment plan using established protocols or physician
consultation.
- Able to utilize automated computer systems, including
electronic medical records. Accurately records assessment findings,
documenting in a clear and concise manner all actions taken in
response to these findings.
- Documentation of patient information in the medical records in
a timely manner to include update treatment procedures, medication
refills, test results, patient concerns, etc.
- Administers medications and injections as needed.
- Coordinates necessary appointments and referrals, including the
use of community resources, as the patient's health status
dictates.
- Consults with physician, as appropriate, keeping physician
informed of needs and problems related to patient care. Recognizes
limits in role as physician assistant provider.
- Provides patient/family education needs are identified in a
timely manner. Teaches, discusses and plans with patient and family
for continued health management. Promotes wellness through health
education. Acts as a clinical and professional resource to
patients, other health team members, the community and various
academic institutions. Assists with and teaches in-service to
hospital personnel and Medical Residents.
- Maintains patient flow, patients seen in appropriate order and
keeps exam rooms filled. Makes or returns calls within specified
timeframe to include handling refill requests.
- Makes or returns calls within specified timeframe to include
handling refill requests.What We Require:Education: Graduate of an
accredited Physician Assistant Program required.Experience:
Clinical experience appropriate to specific practice/ department
preferred.Licensure/Certification: Current Physician Assistants
license (PA) required. DEA licensure required. AHA BLS-HCP
certification required. Advanced life support is preferred and is
required for those who may use a defibrillator in their
practice.Other: Meets credentialing requirements. Qualifies for
malpractice insurance and is accepted by Carilion Clinic's
malpractice insurance carrier. Ability to work collaboratively with
physicians and other health care providers. Maintains open and
supportive communications between all department members and other
employees, patients and their family members. Commitment to
continued professional development.About CarilionThis is Carilion
Clinic ...An organization where innovation happens, collaboration
is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven
health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team
that is always learning, never discouraged and forever
curious.Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust
system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers,
Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences,
multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion
School of Medicine and Research Institute.Carilion is where you can
make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly,
make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people
are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us. Requisition
Number: 138750 Employment Status: Full time Location: CNRVMC -
Carilion New River Valley Medical Center Shift: Any Day, Any Shift
Shift Details: Days, Mids, Nights, Weekends, HolidaysRecruiter:
KARYN B FARRELL Recruiter Phone: 540-224-5383 Recruiter Email:
KBFarrell@carilionclinic.orgFor more information, contact the HR
Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.Equal Opportunity
EmployerMinorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with
Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityCarilion Clinic is a
drug-free workplace. Please see job descriptionPI240287217
Keywords: Carilion Clinic, Blacksburg , Physician Asst I ED NRV, Healthcare , Christiansburg, Virginia
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