PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT- HOSPITALIST

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc.; Tupelo, Northern (MS, KY); Híbrido; USD 114.000 - 135.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

North Mississippi Health Services in Tupelo is seeking a Physician Assistant-Hospitalist to provide comprehensive medical services in acute care settings under physician supervision, focusing on patient care, education, and recordkeeping. The role requires expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic healthcare services, ensuring continuity of care through patient management plans.

The Physician Assistant must demonstrate clinical competence, adhere to regulatory guidelines, and effectively

Formación

• Master’s Degree in Allied Health required.
• Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant required.
• Active CPR certification preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide patient care under physician supervision.
• Deliver diagnostic, therapeutic and preventive health services.
• Develop and implement patient management plans.
• Educate patients and families regarding medical care matters.
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient status and care activities; maintain records.

Conocimientos

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Autonomy in decisions

Independence

Clinical diagnosis

Patient care across lifespan

Educación

Master’s Degree in Allied Health

Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant

Descripción del empleo

## PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT- HOSPITALISTApply: Tupelo - North MS Medical Center: Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: 000CQFWe believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' \"True North\" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.**Department:**16116670 Ortho Trauma**Work Shift:**.**Job Description:**The Physician Assistant at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for delivering comprehensive medical services in acute care settings and clinic (as needed) while under physician supervision, focusing on patient care, education, and recordkeeping. The position requires expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic healthcare services, ensuring continuity of care through patient management plans. The Physician Assistant must demonstrate clinical competence, adhere to regulatory guidelines, and effectively communicate complex medical information to patients, family members, and healthcare staff, while maintaining a professional and caring attitude.JOB FUNCTIONSPatient Care:• Promotes and maintains health by providing medical services under the supervision of a Physician• Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventative health care services in accordance with Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure (MSBML), approved protocols, and national standards of practice• Provides continuity of care by developing and implementing patient management plansPatient Education:• Provides instruction and counsel regarding medical care matters to patient/family member• Serves as a resource for community agencies as neededRecordkeeping:• Ensures timely and accurate (as established by policy) documentation of patient status and patient care activities including treatments, procedures, and medications prescribedContinuing Education:• Ensures clinical competence by staying abreast of changes in medical managemento Maintains board certificationo Completes annual CME required programs• Participates in a variety of healthcare education activitiesRegulatory:• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines• Complies with applicable State/Federal/Regulatory Policies/Procedures/Guidelines/LawsKnowledge Skills and Abilities• Excellent problem-solving, organizational and communication (written and verbal)skills• Provide care to patients ranging from neonate to geriatric• Excellent interpersonal skills• Ability to work without close supervision• Ability exercise autonomy in medical decisions as determined by supervising Physician• Organize multiple tasks and maintain control of workflow• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment• Ability to accurately diagnosis and provide treatment of patient’s condition• Ability to accurately document patient’s plan of care• Ability to provide quality care in the most cost effective manner• Ability to stay abreast of current trends in medical management• Ability to understand laws and regulations affecting scope of practicePhysical DemandsA thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.• Standing. Frequently• Walking. Frequently• Sitting. occasionally• Lifting/Carrying. occasionally 100 lbs• Pushing/Pulling. Frequently• Climbing. Rarely• Balancing. occasionally• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. occasionally• Reaching/Over Head Work. occasionally• Grasping. Frequently• Speaking. Constantly• Hearing. Constantly• Repetitive Motions. Constantly• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently**Salary Range:**$114,400.00 - $135,200.00## **Education:**Master’s Degree | Allied Health | RequiredMaster’s Degree | Physician Assistant | Required**Certifications:**Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - CPR, Physician Assistant (AL) - AL Board of Medical Examiners, Physician Assistant (MS) - MS State Board of Medical Licensure