Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Gastroenterology, Columbia

Prisma Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health seeks a Physician Assistant to work under a physician's supervision in a hospital/clinic setting in Columbia, SC. You will provide comprehensive patient evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care.

Responsibilities include conducting histories and exams, ordering tests, interpreting results, prescribing medications within scope, and assisting in emergency situations. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant program from an accredited body.
• No prior experience required.
• NCCPA certification and current Physician Assistant licensure in South Carolina required.

Responsibilities

• Performs health histories, physical exams and health education.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests with physician approval.
• Interprets findings, formulates treatment plans and prescribes medications per state laws.
• Refers complex cases to supervising physician.
• Provides emergency care and follows established emergency procedures.
• Supports clinic operations and policy implementation.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Medical knowledge

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant program

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

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.
• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Certificate of Added Qualification in Emergency Medicine - NCCPA CAQ in EM - Preferred

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

3 Medical Park Rd Richland

Facility

3210 Gastroenterology 3 Medical Park

Department

32101000 Gastroenterology 3 Medical Park-Practice Operations

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