PA-C: Genetics & Acute Care (Autonomy)

Akron Children's Hospital; Boardman Township (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital seeks a Physician Assistant to provide medical care under physician supervision. The role covers complex acute and chronic conditions, with autonomy within Ohio law and in collaboration with the medical team. Responsibilities include exams, orders, patient education, and quality monitoring.

The selected PA will participate in inpatient and outpatient activities, contribute to discharge planning, and ensure compliance with hospital policies and ORC requirements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in PA studies required or preferred.
• Licensed as a Physician Assistant in Ohio with current NCCPA certification.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient provides medical care to patients with complex acute, critical, and chronic conditions.
• Anticipates discharge needs and educates patients/families; writes prescriptions within scope.
• Communicates with primary care physicians and orders tests under physician guidance.
• Participates in emergency treatment and triage; maintains confidentiality.
• Contributes to ongoing quality monitoring and adherence to ORC requirements.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Licensed Physician Assistant in Ohio

Job description

Akron Children's Hospital seeks a Physician Assistant to provide medical care under physician supervision. The role covers complex acute and chronic conditions, with autonomy within Ohio law and in collaboration with the medical team. Responsibilities include exams, orders, patient education, and quality monitoring.

The selected PA will participate in inpatient and outpatient activities, contribute to discharge planning, and ensure compliance with hospital policies and ORC requirements.