Physician Assistant Endocrinology

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Domestic partner coverage

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to provide care to new or established patients at Geisinger Medical Center. The role requires collaboration with physicians while demonstrating autonomy through patient evaluation and management. Responsibilities include treatment plan implementation and communicating with patients and healthcare professionals.

Applicants must have a Master’s Degree in Nurse Practitioner, be NCCPA certified, and possess Basic Life Support Certification. The position includes valuable benefits such as vision and dental coverage.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree – Nurse Practitioner is required.
• Licensure as Certified Physician Assistant from NCCPA.
• Basic Life Support Certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and establishes a presumptive diagnosis and implements treatment plans.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic testing and prescribes medical therapy.
• Communicates with patients and collaborating physicians.

Skills

Care Management Knowledge

Clinical Policies and Standards

Health Information Documentation

Patient Assessment and Care

Patient Safety

Patient Rights

Education

Master’s Degree – Nurse Practitioner

Job description

Location: Geisinger Medical Center (GMC). Shift: Days. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40. Worker Type: Regular. Exemption Status: Yes.

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 their 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 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 patient acting as their advocate by providing safe, ethical care and health education to the patient and their family in a language that 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.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s Degree – Nurse Practitioner (Required).
• Licensure: Certified Physician Assistant – National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Certification: Basic Life Support Certification.
• Skills: Care Management Knowledge, Clinical Policies and Standards, Health Information Documentation, Patient Assessment and Care, Patient Safety, Patient Rights.

Benefits: Vision, dental, and domestic partner coverage for full time and part time positions.

EEO Statement

Geisinger is a proud affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. 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.