Pediatric Hospitalist - PA (Nights)

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Inc; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Lafayette, Louisiana is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide patient care under physician supervision. Responsibilities include performing assessments on patients, managing inpatient care, and conducting minor procedures. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in physician assistant medicine, relevant experience, and the necessary licensure. The role requires effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams and the ability to handle emergency care situations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physician assistant medicine or health sciences required.
• 1-year training in Cardiothoracic Surgery preferred.
• Physician Assistant License from Louisiana State Board is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments on inpatient, MET, and Emergency patients.
• Manage routine medical care and order necessary diagnostic tests.
• Conduct minor procedures under the direction of a supervising physician.

Skills

Patient care management

Clinical assessment

Emergency care

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in physician assistant medicine or health sciences

Tools

Medical diagnostic equipment

Job description

The Physician Assistant accesses, plans and provides patient care under the supervision of a physician. Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examinations, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Relies on education, experience, professional training and judgment to accomplish responsibilities. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Works under minimal supervision. May lead and direct the work of others within scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Performs individual assessment rounds on all inpatients, MET patients and Emergency patients. Evaluates and collaborates with attending physician providing documentation of medical findings and plan of care.
• Provides routine Medical Management of inpatient care such as ordering diagnostic tests, labs, x-rays, nutrition, and medications as appropriate.
• Under the direction of the Attending Physician, conducts minor procedures as needed including insertion and removal of central venous catheters, chest tubes, indwelling venous and arterial catheters, venous punctures, arterial punctures, nasogastric tubes, bladder catheters, lumbar punctures, endotracheal intubations, PIC lines, and bedside ultrasonography.
• Adheres to mutually agreed upon Clinical Practice Guidelines and scope of practice with supervising physician.

Partnership and Collaboration

• Participates in multidisciplinary rounds and communicates treatment plans to the physician, nursing staff and patient families.

Quality

• Initiates appropriate emergency care in lieu of Attending Physician.

Other Duties as Assigned or Asked

• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in physician assistant medicine or health sciences see licensure requirements

Training: 1-year Cardiothoracic Surgery

Licensure: Physician Assistant License from Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners and Certification by a recognized national professional accrediting organization. Current BLS Certification; NCCPA-National Commission on Certification of Physician's Assistants