Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

Hamilton Healthcare System; Hico (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Healthcare System located in Hico, Texas is in search of a qualified Physician Assistant to provide primary care services. The candidate will be responsible for executing patient care protocols established by the supervising physician and must possess crucial qualifications such as the Texas license and relevant certifications.

Candidates should have strong leadership and communication skills, as duties may involve moderate physical activity and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds when assisting patients.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Leadership, management, and strong communication skills are essential.
• Must hold national certification and Texas state license, along with CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide and assist in primary care services as authorized.
• Act under protocols agreed upon by physicians assistant and physician.
• Exercise professional judgment based on education and experience.

Skills

Leadership and management abilities

Effective oral and written communication skills

Appropriate office skills/procedures

Education

Graduate of an accredited college with a degree concentration in Physician Assistant or NP

Tools

CPR certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Job Description

Provides and/or assists in the provision of primary care services. Acts on written authorization to provide medical aspects of patient care which are agreed upon by the physicians assistant and the physician, then maintained in the practice setting. Follow protocols or other written authorization that will be defined to promote the exercise of professional judgment by the physicians assistant in accordance with his/her education and experience. OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Class I.

Qualifications

1. A. Education: Graduate of an accredited college with a degree concentration in Physician Assistant or NP
2. B. Personal job-related skills: Leadership and management abilities and effective oral and written communication skills. Appropriate office skills/procedures involved in patient management.
3. C. Licensure, registry or certification: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant, Texas License. Current CPR, ACLS and PALS certifications.
4. D. Physical and mental requirements: Duties of the position require moderate periods of walking and standing. Pushing, pulling, reaching, and bending when involved in patient care. Lifting up to 50 pounds and occasional heavy lifting in supporting or moving patients that may suddenly become weak or helpless.

Additional Information

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