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Physician Assistant - Ortho-Spine - Columbia

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Columbia, SCFull-timePosted 1 day agoStill listed today

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Compensation
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Location
Columbia, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

NCCPA CertificationSouth Carolina Physician Assistant LicenseBLS CertificationBachelor's degree

Job overview

The Physician Assistant works under physician supervision to provide treatment, referrals, and follow-up care in a medical or hospital setting. The role includes conducting histories and exams, ordering and interpreting tests, diagnosing conditions, developing treatment plans, and providing emergency care. The assistant also supports clinic operations through policy development and operational improvement.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Medical History TakingPhysical ExaminationHealth EducationDiagnostic Test OrderingDiagnostic InterpretationDiagnosisTreatment PlanningMedication PrescribingEmergency CareKnowledge of Medical ConditionsCommunication

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Physician Assistant ProgramNCCPA CertificationSouth Carolina Physician Assistant LicenseBLS Certification

Full job description

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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

  • 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 Richland

Facility Orthopedics Spine

Department Orthopedics Spine-Practice Operations

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