Physician Assistant - Surgical Specialist Leitchfield

Owensboro Health; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health is seeking a Physician Assistant to work under physician supervision to deliver direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive care.

The role involves taking patient histories, performing assessments, ordering and interpreting tests, providing treatment or referrals, counseling patients, and supporting perioperative care in a busy clinic setting. No prior experience required; Kentucky licensure and NCCPA certification on hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies required upon hire.
• KY Physician Assistant licensure required upon hire and NCCPA certification.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview, and examination.
• Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic procedures.
• Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral.
• Counsels patients and families on prevention, treatment options and resources.
• May perform preventative health assessments, immunizations, and care.
• Documents assessment and care plans accurately and timely.
• May assist in operating room.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Job description

Weekend Requirements: N/A | Work Hours: M-F 0800-1630 | Status: Full Time - 1.0 FTE (80 hours per pay period) | Entity: Owensboro Health Medical Group | Department: Surgical Specialists Leitchfield

Job Summary

Under the supervision of a physician provides direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services.

Job Responsibilities

• Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview, and examination.
• Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic procedures.
• Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.
• Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.
• May be required to perform preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations, and care.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation of assessment and patient care plan.
• May coordinate the registration functions including collecting and entering demographic, insurance, employer information, and co-payments.
• May assist in operating room.

Skills and Attributes

Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment. Works under direct supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Position Requirements

Work Experience: No experience required

Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies required upon hire OR Bachelor's degree or higher in related field required upon hire

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Physician Asst - Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND NCCPA - National Physician Assistant certification through National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants required upon hire

Organizational Responsibilities

Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Standard ADA Settings

(Clinical-Office/Clinic) Standing: Frequently Walking: Frequently Sitting: Occasionally Lifting 0-25 lbs.: Rarely Lifting 25-75 lbs.: Rarely Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely Carrying 0-25 lbs.: Rarely Carrying 25-75 lbs.: Rarely Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: Frequently Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: Occasionally Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: Occasionally Climbing: Occasionally Bending/Stooping: Frequently Kneeling: Occasionally Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally Reaching: Frequently Talking: Frequently Hearing: Frequently Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently Running: Rarely Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: Risk Level: High-Risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY

We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT

We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK

We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION

We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE

We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE

We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.

Owensboro Health is a nonprofit health system with a mission to heal the sick and to improve the health of the communities we serve in Kentucky and Indiana. The system includes Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, nationally recognized for design, architecture and engineering; Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital; Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center; the Owensboro Health Medical Group comprised of over 200 providers at more than 30 locations; three outpatient Healthplex facilities, a certified medical fitness facility, the Healthpark; a surgical weight loss center and program, and the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center.