PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Arizona Center for Cancer Care; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Center for Cancer Care in Scottsdale is seeking a Physician Assistant to manage all aspects of patient care under the supervision of a physician, including assessment, diagnosing, and treatment planning. A friendly, professional attitude is essential for front-line patient and family interactions.

The role requires collaboration with clinicians, documentation in electronic health records, and coordination of care across services.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program with an unrestricted license to practice in Arizona.
• Experience with electronic health records and EMR systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with clinicians and staff to optimize patient care.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient health history and perform physical examinations for new consultations and follow-ups.
• Coordinate care plans with supervising physician and order imaging/labs as indicated.
• Document findings and care plans in the EMR within 24 hours of visits.
• Prescribe and dispense medications in line with state/federal regulations.
• Educate patients and families; support adherence and understanding of care plans.
• Collaborate with staff to develop and update medical/nursing protocols.

Skills

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Front-line patient care

Education

ARC-PA accredited PA program

AZ PA license (unrestricted)

Tools

EMR

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: MED ONC Scottsdale - Scottsdale, AZ

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Professional Services

Job Summary

The physician assistant manages all aspects of the patients care as pertains to comprehensive assessment, diagnosing, and treating medical conditions, with appropriate input from supervising physician, as necessary. It is important that a friendly, caring, courteous, and professional attitude is always displayed as this person has front-line contact with patients and families.

Duties and responsibilities

• Obtain patient health history and perform physical examination for consultation visits and follow up visits
• Assess patient needs and establish with supervising physician the plan for care. Order appropriate imaging and laboratory tests as indicated
• Review results and consult with supervising physician as appropriate and delegated by the supervising physician
• Prescribe and dispense medication in accordance with state and federal regulations. Document subjective and objective findings in electronic health records
• Provide basic education and counseling to patients
• Collaborate with staff and other clinicians to develop, update, and comply with medical and nursing protocols
• Coordinate medical care with other providers to optimize patient care
• Manage after hours care, including weekend and evenings as requested by supervising physician
• Organize patient information to track patient care
• Communicate verbally either in person or by phone or text to the supervising physician to optimize patient care
• Electronic health record documentation to be completed within 24 hours of the patient visit

Working conditions/ Physical requirements

• Medical office setting
• Moderate noise levels from medical setting and equipment
• Standing for long periods of time
• Ability to see details at close range
• Ability to listen and understand information through spoken words and sentences
• Ability to read and understand information in writing
• Ability to communicate information in speaking so others will understand
• Daily uses of hands to type, file, and write/sign documents
• Minimum lifting requirements of 25 pounds in order to transfer equipment, help patients with positioning, and pack/unpack supplies
• Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes in order to assist patients

Qualifications: Qualifications/Education Requirements

• Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program with a valid unrestricted license to practice issued by the Arizona Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants.
• Degrees/credits must be from an academically accredited college or university as recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for the Higher Education (CHEA).
• Good knowledge of medicine as related to medical examination, health history, the development of working diagnoses, and other areas as appropriate to the specific service provided.
• Must have working knowledge of electronic health records
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Computer experience with EMR knowledge