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Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner - Gastroenterology - Sumter

Prisma Health

Sumter, SCFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 2mo agoVerified open 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Sumter, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

NCCPA Certification And Current Physician Assistant LicensureBLSBachelor's degree

Job overview

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Works under the supervision of a physician to give quality treatment, referral and follow-up care in a medical or hospital setting. The role includes performing health histories, physical exams, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and providing emergency care.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Medical KnowledgeCommunicationDiagnostic Testing

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant ProgramNo Previous Experience RequiredNCCPA Certification and Current Physician Assistant LicensureBLSNational Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants Certificate of Added Qualification in Emergency Medicine - NCCPA CAQ in EM

Full job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

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 the state in which the team member is working.
  • BLS

Other Required Skills/Knowledge

  • Knowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions/diseases/types of injuries; excellent communication skills.
  • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Certificate of Added Qualification in Emergency Medicine - NCCPA CAQ in EM - Preferred

Work Shift Variable (United States of America)

Location 115 N Sumter St Sumter

Facility 3213 ML Gastro-Sumter

Department 32131000 ML Gastro-Sumter-Practice Operations

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