Physician Assistant or Nurse Practition | Family Medicine

Avera Health; Yankton (SD); Sur place; USD 95 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

PTO from day 1

Retirement match up to 5%

Career development & mentorship

Résumé du poste

Avera Family Medicine Yankton is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join a multidisciplinary team focused on providing comprehensive patient care on-site in Yankton, SD. The role emphasizes clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment within approved protocols and collaboration with physicians.

The PA will deliver medical services, health education, and referrals as needed, while maintaining accurate records and upholding safety standards in a patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Physician Assistant with NCCPA.
• Licensed to practice as a PA in the applicable state.

Responsabilités

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients according to approved protocols and standards of practice.
• Provide medical services and health education to patients and families.
• Consult and collaborate with physicians on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures per approved protocols and licensing.
• Interpret diagnostic information and coordinate with physicians on care plans.
• Make appropriate referrals and ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and comply with safety and confidentiality standards.

Formation

Certified Physician Assistant - NCCPA

PA licensure (state licensure required)

Description du poste

Location:Avera Family Medicine YanktonWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Position HighlightsYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewProvides appropriate medical care to all patients by assessing physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients to develop a plan of care.What you will doAssesses, diagnoses, and treats patients according to medical staff approved protocol and acceptable standards of practice.Provides medical services and health education to patients and family members. Effectively contributes to the health education of individuals and groups and applies appropriate methods designed to increase each person’s motivation to assume responsibility for their own health care.Consults and collaborates with physician as assessing, diagnosing and treating patients.Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities.Interprets information gathered during the diagnostic process and consults with the physician as appropriate regarding abnormal health assessment findings to establish appropriate plan of care.Assures that appropriate referrals are made for patients.Provides quality care for patient, demonstrates appropriate health, safety, and aseptic practices. Recognizes and reacts appropriately to environmental safety factors related to patient care. Effectively provides patient instruction related to environment of care and safety standards.Effectively contributes to the development and attainment of physician practice goals.Practices according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities. Understands, applies, and supports practice policies, procedures, goals and standards.Maintains patient records and accurate information.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Certified Physician Assistant - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Upon Hire andFederal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin State and federal based on state practice Upon Hire andPhysician Assistant - Licensing Board Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based on job assignment Upon HireExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].