Clinical PA - Mental Health Admissions Specialist

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a Physician Assistant for the East Central Regional Hospital, Augusta Campus. The role focuses on admissions, initial assessment, and coordination with emergency and crisis facilities to determine appropriate level of care.

The incumbent will participate in medications decisions, medical clearances, and interdepartmental communication, with quarterly CEUs and potential for other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• MSN, DNP, PA from an accredited college or university.
• Current American Heart Association BLS.
• Dual certified in family medicine and psychiatry (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Admissions: Performs initial mental health and physical exams and documentation for admission to the facility.
• Reviews incoming referrals from ERs, crisis stabilization units, jails, and other facilities to determine acceptance.
• Makes clinical decisions with regards to medications, medical clearance, and level of care.
• Communicates effectively with referring facilities and community members (e.g., probate court, regional board).
• Communicates well with other ECRH disciplines.
• Covers temporary observation unit as needed/as directed.
• CE/CEUs training quarterly, bi-annually, and annually as required.
• All other duties as necessary.

Skills

Ability to multitask

Effective communication

Clinical decision making

Education

MSN, DNP, PA

American Heart Association BLS

Job description

Augusta University is seeking a Physician Assistant for the East Central Regional Hospital, Augusta Campus. The role focuses on admissions, initial assessment, and coordination with emergency and crisis facilities to determine appropriate level of care.

The incumbent will participate in medications decisions, medical clearances, and interdepartmental communication, with quarterly CEUs and potential for other duties as assigned.