APP - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Interventional Radiology

sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); Vor Ort; USD 105.000 - 125.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Physician Assistant to support Interventional Radiology procedures under the supervision of an IR Radiologist. The role includes performing procedures such as paracentesis, thoracentesis, thyroid biopsies, chest tube placement and post-procedure follow-up in inpatient settings.

You will evaluate patients, order and interpret tests, educate families, document in EMR, and collaborate with the care team to ensure safe, high-quality patient care across

Qualifikationen

• Completion of an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current NCCPA certification.
• Active PA licensure in states of practice; DEA permit to prescribe.

Aufgaben

• Perform IR procedures under supervision of an IR Radiologist (e.g., paracentesis, thoracentesis, thyroid biopsies).
• Chest tube placement/removal and other tube checks; inpatient rounding on IR patients after procedures.

Kenntnisse

Patient assessment

Medical history taking

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

ARC-PA accredited PA program

State PA licensure

DEA permit to prescribe controlled substances

Tools

EMR/EHR

Jobbeschreibung

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Union Position

No

Department Details

Primary role would be to perform IR procedures under the supervision of an IR Radiologist, including paracentesis, thoracentesis, thyroid biopsies, chest tube placement/removal and other tube checks. This role will also perform inpatient rounding on IR patients requiring post procedure follow-up.

Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed medical professional who practices medicine in collaboration with physicians and other care team members. The PA evaluates, diagnoses, and manages patient health concerns across the lifespan, provides preventive services, and coordinates care to promote optimal health outcomes. Primary role would be to perform IR procedures under the supervision of an IR Radiologist, including paracentesis, thoracentesis, thyroid biopsies, chest tube placement/removal and other tube checks. This role will also perform inpatient rounding on IR patients requiring post procedure follow-up.

Job Description

Perform patient assessments, including medical histories and physical examinations. Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions within scope of practice. Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging studies. Prescribe medications, therapies, and other treatments in compliance with regulations. Educate and counsel patients and families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment plans. May perform procedures & treatments within scope of practice & assist with procedures & treatments when indicated. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care. Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR). Participate in quality, safety, and performance improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the ARC-PA or equivalent accrediting program accepted by the state licensing board.
• Clinical experience in specialty area is preferred but not required.
• Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in each state of practice.
• Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice.
• State Controlled Substance License (if required by State)
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists

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