Advanced Practice Provider - Gastroenterology

10 John C. Lincoln Medical Center; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HonorHealth in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a licensed Physician Assistant to provide patient services under supervision. Responsibilities include histories, exams, order/interpret basic diagnostics, injections, and wound care. Collaboration with physicians and departments ensures quality care.

ACLS/BLS are required, with preference for 1 year of PA experience. The role emphasizes staying current with clinical practices and regulatory guidelines, with opportunities to contribute to patient

Qualifications

• Licensed Physician Assistant with AZ licensure and national certification.
• Completion of an AMA-accredited PA program with eligibility for licensure.
• BLS certification and credentialing requirements as per hospital policy.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient histories and perform physical examinations.
• Order and interpret basic diagnostic tests (x-ray, EKG, labs) and discuss results with physician.
• Administer injections and vaccines as appropriate; assist in procedures and wound care.
• Coordinate care with other departments to ensure continuity and quality of care.

Skills

Patient assessment

Interviews

Diagnostics interpretation

Education

AZ PA licensure

National PA certification

AMA-accredited PA program

Job description

Primary City/State:

Osborn Medical Office Building - 3501 N Scottsdale Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Category:

Advanced Practice Providers Shift:

Day Department:

NP or PA

ACLS Required

Great care starts with great people. (Like you.)

At HonorHealth, you'll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona's largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most - caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.

Responsibilities:

JOB SUMMARY

Provides patient services under supervision of a physician. Elicites detailed patient histories, performs physical examinations, gives treatment, prescribes certain drugs and counsels patients on health problems. May suture minor wounds, assist in surgery, apply and remove cast and traction apparatus and performs other therapeutic procedures. Adhere to the organization's credentials Allied Health scope of practice.

Percentage of time spent performing duties varies according to physician and office needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Identifies short-term and long range patient care issues that must be addressed; provides information and commentary on patient condition to physician and makes recommendations. Implements recommendations as approved.
• Interviews patients, performs physical examinations, and obtains information about and updates medical histories.
• Administers or orders diagnostics tests such as x-rays, EKG's, and laboratory studies. Interprets test results.
• Administers injections and immunizations. May suture or otherwise manage wounds and infections.
• Collaborates with other departments and outside businesses to ensure ongoing continuity of care. Demonstrates understanding of ICA statutes in all communication. Educates related to Federal and state regulatory guidelines and ICA statutes, and OSHA medical surveillance components to ensure compliance with all policies and regulatory programs.
• Remains current on existing and new clinical practices, legislation, and the dynamics of patient management plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Other / Certificate National Certification as Physician Assistant, AZ State Licensure as Physician Assistant, Graduation from AMA accredited school for Physician Assistants Required

EXPERIENCE

• 1 year as Physician Assistant Preferred
• Other Bilingual-Spanish Preferred

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Physician Assistant - License, Arizona Licensure Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification, Required
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPC) - Certificate, Have a current Fingerprint Clearance card, or within seven (7) working days after employment shall apply and be eligible for a Fingerprint Clearance Card (Pediatric Behavioral Health Sites ONLY) 7 Days Required
• Physician Assistant - License, National Certification as Physician Assistant Required

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