Physician Assistant

Geisinger; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits from day one including vision and dental

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide care to patients through evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment. You'll work closely with physicians and nursing staff to ensure patients receive quality healthcare.

The ideal candidate must have a Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies and relevant certifications. This position offers valuable healthcare benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant required.
• Certified Physician Assistant – NCCPA required.
• Basic Life Support Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement treatment plans for patients.
• Record entries in electronic medical records and order tests.
• Communicate with patients and healthcare staff.

Skills

Care Management Knowledge

Clinical Policies And Standards

Health Information Documentation

Patient Assessment And Care

Patient Safety

Patient Rights

Education

Master's Degree – Physician Assistant

Job description

Job Summary

In collaboration with the physician, provides care to new or established patients. Demonstrates autonomy through patient evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care. Orders testing as deemed necessary and remains proficient in interpreting results and prescribing appropriate medication and therapeutic regimen within the scope of practice of the physician assistant. These roles, undertaken in cooperation with nursing, staff physicians and other department staff, may include triage, telephone communication and patient education.

Job Duties

• Assesses and establishes a presumptive diagnosis and implements treatment plans for the patient population.
• Makes accurate and complete entries into the electronic medical record; orders and interprets diagnostic testing and consults as appropriate and prescribes appropriate medical therapy utilizing evidence‑based practice.
• Prescribes, adjusts or discontinues medications or therapies as appropriate.
• Evaluates and reports to collaborating physician any circumstances or approaches to medical management or test results that present a significant risk to the patient’s health or well-being.
• Performs procedures within the scope of practice of the physician assistant license.
• Communicates with collaborative physician, patient, PCP and referring staff through telephone or other means of correspondence.
• Instills confidence in the patient acting as their advocate by providing safe, ethical care and health education to the patient and their family in a language they can understand.
• Interprets and follows policies and guidelines to define procedures and meet goals and deadlines.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Position Details

Education: Master’s Degree – Physician Assistant (Required)

Experience: Not specified

Certification(s) and License(s):

• Basic Life Support Certification
• Certified Physician Assistant – National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Skills:

• Care Management Knowledge
• Clinical Policies And Standards
• Health Information Documentation
• Patient Assessment And Care
• Patient Safety
• Patient Rights

Benefits

Healthcare benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.

EEO Statement

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.