Pain Management Physician Assistant - Surgical Center

Saline Memorial Medical Center; Mesquite (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Malpractice coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Job summary

Saline Memorial Medical Center in Mesquite, NV seeks a full-time Physician Assistant focused on pain management to join their surgical center team. The role emphasizes comprehensive patient assessments, collaboration with pain specialists, and proactive patient communication for improved outcomes.

Qualified candidates hold Nevada PA licensure, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong skills in phlebotomy, EMR use, and clinical care. Onsite work, competitive pay, and robust benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Physician Assistant in the state of Nevada.
• A Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Proficiency in phlebotomy and solid clinical skills are essential.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, coupled with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to ensure effective dialogue with patients and team members.
• Computer literate with experience in a Windows environment, adept at using EMR systems for patient documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with varying types of pain, performing detailed interviews and physical examinations, while meticulously documenting services in the EMR.
• Order and interpret necessary lab work, imaging studies, and consultations in conjunction with the attending physician to facilitate precise diagnoses.
• Assist the attending staff in data collection to evaluate the effectiveness of treatments provided at our pain management clinic, ensuring that care strategies are optimized for patient benefit.
• Discuss diagnostic test results and treatment goals with patients to ensure clarity and understanding, fostering a therapeutic provider-patient relationship.
• Manage the refilling of non-controlled pain medications to support continuity of care, thereby ensuring patients have their necessary prescriptions maintained seamlessly.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Independence

Phlebotomy

EMR proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Saline Memorial Medical Center in Mesquite, NV seeks a full-time Physician Assistant focused on pain management to join their surgical center team. The role emphasizes comprehensive patient assessments, collaboration with pain specialists, and proactive patient communication for improved outcomes.

Qualified candidates hold Nevada PA licensure, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong skills in phlebotomy, EMR use, and clinical care. Onsite work, competitive pay, and robust benefits are offered.