Assistant-Physician Neurocritical Care

Baptist; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist in Memphis is seeking a qualified Physician Assistant to work directly with neurocritical care intensivists. The role involves conducting physical examinations, developing and evaluating patient care plans, and collaborating with clinical teams. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited PA program, certified by the National Commission, and have at least one year of clinical experience. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and updating clinical knowledge.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physician assistant training program and certified by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants.
• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience in the Physician Assistant role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations for patients.
• Develop and evaluate the patient plan of care utilizing evidence.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinicians in patient care.

Education

Graduate of an accredited physician assistant training program

Job description

Work directly with the neurocritical care intensivist and existing NSICU staff to independently conduct and document comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations based on age and diagnosis, including psychological status timely for all patients under the NSICU service which include post-operative neurosurgical patients, patients with cerebrovascular disease, seizures, neuromuscular disease with complex medical conditions.

Responsibilities

• Synthesizes data and utilizes evidence to develop, implement, and evaluate the patient plan of care, including ordering and interpreting laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic studies/results.
• Provides relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families, and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures.
• Facilitates/participates in quality related initiatives and/or clinical research protocols through planned group processes, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings, to improve clinical and system practice performance.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary group of clinicians in the care of patients.
• Optimize the use of EMR as it relates to patient care.
• Serves as a resource to staff in area(s) of expertise.
• Collaborates with unit staff, Clinical Educators, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Staff Specialists and other healthcare professionals to meet staff and patient educational needs.
• Identifies system-wide factors contributing to undesirable outcomes, such as complications, increased length of stay and over utilization of services.
• Facilitates patient movement through the system and efficient use of resources through interdepartmental collaboration.
• Responsible for own professional growth and maintenance of required credentials.
• Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills based on current health care practice/research.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements, Preferences and Experience

Education

• Minimum: A graduate of a accredited physician assistant training program and has successfully completed the examination of the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants.

Experience

• Minimum: 1 year clinical experience functioning in the Physician Assistant role