Physician Assistant Specialty

Jobtome; Pleasanton (CA); Vor Ort; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Jobtome in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide primary health care under the direction of specialty physicians. You will manage diagnostics, initiate treatment plans, perform histories and physicals, and ensure follow-up and preventive care per approved protocols.

The role requires completion of an accredited PA program, active licensure in California, and BLS or higher certification with a valid DEA number within 90 days of hire. One year of specialty training is expected.

Qualifikationen

• Completion of an accredited PA or Surgeon Assistant program.
• At least 1 year of training in the relevant specialty.
• Current NCCPA certification recommended.
• Licensed as a Physician Assistant in the state.
• BLS or higher certification required per bylaws.
• Valid DEA number within 90 days of hire.

Aufgaben

• Provide primary health care under physicians' direction.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic management for patients.
• Take medical histories and conduct physical examinations.
• Order tests, establish diagnoses, and formulate treatment plans.
• Provide follow-up and health maintenance per protocols.

Kenntnisse

Diagnostic skills

Patient assessment

Clinical decision making

Team coordination

Ausbildung

PA program completion

Jobbeschreibung

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides primary health care and performs selective medical services under the direction of specialty physicians. Responsible for diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients by completing medical histories, conducting physicals, establishing diagnosis through tests, and formulating treatment plans. Provides follow-up and health maintenance care of patients in accordance with protocols approved by a physician.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Successful Completion of an educational program for physician assistants or surgeon assistants accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, or by that committee's predecessor or successor entities is required. One year of training in the appropriate specialty is required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants is recommended. Must be currently licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff and UMA bylaws. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90-days of hire.