Physician Assistant

Barrow Brain and Spine; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to work alongside an Interventional Spine Physician. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and ensuring continuity of care. Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree, an accredited PA program, and possess a valid license to practice in Arizona. The position offers a competitive salary range of $140,000 - $160,000.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in Arizona.
• Experience in a clinic or hospital setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and develop treatment plans for patients.
• Conduct patient examinations and document care.
• Educate patients and families on health issues.

Skills

Knowledge of acute and chronic care protocols

Skill in gathering and analyzing patient data

Excellent oral and written communication

Proficient in EMR (Centricity)

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program completion

Valid unrestricted license to practice as a PA in Arizona

DEA and CPR (BLS and ACLS) certification

Minimum of one year experience as a PA

Job description

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The Physician Assistant (PA) will work with our Interventional Spine Physician to evaluate & develop treatment plans for patients suffering from acute and/or chronic spine and joint pain and dysfunction. Our NPs exercise autonomy in medical decision making and provide a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Examine patients, obtains medical histories, and assesses health status.
• Assesses patient health status, including state of wellness and compliance with care plans.
• Provides chronic patient care, including taking histories, performing physical examinations, monitoring therapies, and prescribing medications.
• Triages patient calls and evaluates patient problems.
• Evaluate and assess patients independently under physician supervision and order interventional procedures as indicated.
• Documents patient information and care provided in the patient record.
• Educate patients and families as appropriate. Provides continuity of care.
• Monitors therapies and provides continuity of care.
• Other duties and assignments as necessary.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of acute and chronic care protocols, administration of medication, delivering physical care following treatment plan.
• Knowledge of health promotion principles and techniques and patient learning measurements.
• Skill in gathering and analyzing physiological, socioeconomic and emotional patient data.
• Knowledge of diagnosing and treating medical problems and developing care plans.
• Proficient in EMR (Centricity) to document notes, orders, prescriptions, etc.
• Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status including state of wellness, and compliance with care recommendations.
• Demonstrate professionalism by appropriate attire, attendance, attitude, and behavior within the clinical setting.
• Contribute to the team effort by supporting all team members and maintaining an open and positive attitude.
• Excellent oral, written & telephone communication, along with tact, diplomacy, and a strong customer service orientation.
• Prioritizes work activities and accepts multiple job duties.
• Maintains effective working relationships with physicians, administration, and other staff members.
• Maintains privacy, confidentiality, and security of patient, client, staff, and organizational data.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged sitting, standing, some bending, stooping, stretching and/or walking.
• Normal range of hearing and vision to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate reports and records.
• Occasional stress from dealing with multiple tasks and anxious patients.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in a medical office and exam room settings.
• Frequent contact with a variety of people/patients.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program.
• A valid unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant (PA) in the State of Arizona, with no pending disciplinary actions or restrictions is required.
• DEA and CPR (BLS and ACLS) certification required upon hire.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Physician Assistant (PA) in a clinic or hospital.

Phoenix, AZ $140,000.00 - $160,000.00 1 week ago