Physician Assistant - Radiology

Prisma Health; Easley (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health in Greenville is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide quality treatment, referrals and follow-up care in a medical imaging setting. You will work under a physician's supervision within the Radiology - Midlands-Practice Operations department.

The role involves performing histories and exams, ordering tests with physician approval, interpreting results, and contributing to emergency care according to your training. BLS and SC licensure are required; CAQ in EM is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in PA program
• No previous experience required
• NCCPA certification and SC PA licensure
• BLS certification

Responsibilities

• Performs health histories, physical exams, individual and group health education.
• Orders diagnostic tests with physician approval.
• Interprets results and formulates/treats plan including prescribing meds.
• Refers cases to supervising physician when care is beyond current scope.
• Provides emergency care per training and maintains readiness.
• Supports clinic function by participating in policy development and improvements.

Skills

Medical knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in PA program

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Works under the supervision of a physician to give quality treatment, referral and follow-up care in a medical or hospital setting.

Accountabilities

• Performs health histories, physical exams, individual and group health education. - 20%
• Orders diagnostic laboratory tests and radiological tests, including special testing such as CTs, MRIs, ultrasound, and contrast studies with physician approval. - 20%
• Interprets physical findings, lab and x-ray results, makes diagnoses, and formulates and carries out treatment plan, prescribing medication in accordance to state licensing laws. - 20%
• Refers cases to immediate supervising physician when patient conditions are complicated, exceed the Physician Assistant’s limit of care or level of training. - 20%
• Provides emergency care to prevent the loss of life, limb or eyesight. Institutes emergency procedures in accordance with level of training. - 10%
• Supports clinic function by participating in policy development, operational improvement and the implementation of policies and improvements. - 10%

Minimum Qualifications

• Education - Bachelor’s degree in a Physician Assistant program approved by an accredited medical body such as CAHEA, American Medical Association or the Association of Medical College.
• Experience - No previous experience required

Required Licensures

• NCCPA certification and current Physician Assistant licensure in South Carolina
• BLS

Other Required Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions/diseases/types of injuries; excellent communication skills.
• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Certificate of Added Qualification in Emergency Medicine - NCCPA CAQ in EM - Preferred

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

Greenville Radiology

Facility

Radiology - Midlands

Department

Radiology - Midlands-Practice Operations

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