Pediatric Critical Care PA — Impactful Patient Care

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a Physician Assistant for Pediatric Critical Care in the Department of Pediatrics. The role provides direct patient care under a physician, with emphasis on assessment, planning, and execution of critical care interventions.

The ideal candidate will graduate from an approved PA program, hold PANCE and MS licensure before hire, and bring strong clinical skills in critical or acute care, plus excellent communication and teamwork to

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an approved physician assistant program within 90 days.
• PANCE certification and licensure by the Mississippi State Board prior to hire.
• Preferred: critical care or acute care experience.
• Strong diagnostic, documentation, and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complex, standardized patient care procedures; evaluates patient's medical complaints and provides appropriate treatment.
• Obtains, compiles, and records patient medical data to include health history, progress notes, treatment procedures, and results of physical examination.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests.
• Prescribes therapy and medications according to treatment plan.
• Provides guidance and instruction to patients and families regarding disease processes, therapies, outcomes, and preventative health care.
• Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
• Serves on at least one hospital or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or work area.
• Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.
• Functions as expert/resource to clinic staff in area of specialty.
• Serves as educator and mentor to students and new hire advance practice providers.
• Contributes to the professional development for peers, colleagues and others upon request.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Diagnose & treat

Patient education

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

PA program graduate

PANCE certification

Mississippi state licensure

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a Physician Assistant for Pediatric Critical Care in the Department of Pediatrics. The role provides direct patient care under a physician, with emphasis on assessment, planning, and execution of critical care interventions.

The ideal candidate will graduate from an approved PA program, hold PANCE and MS licensure before hire, and bring strong clinical skills in critical or acute care, plus excellent communication and teamwork to