Physician Assistant (Family Medicine)

Job Description

Job Description

EPIC Health's mission is to provide exceptional healthcare for our community. We are a Multi-Specialty Practice treating patients from the beginning of life to the very end stages of life. Our network consists of Physicians, Psychologists, Exercise Physiologists, Physical Therapists, Care Coordinators, Medical Billers and much more. We look at all aspects that play a significant role in our patients everyday busy lives.

Currently seeking licensed NP's and PA's for our Metro Detroit locations

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Examine patients to obtain information about their physical condition.
• Make tentative diagnoses and decisions about management and treatment of patients.
• Prescribe therapy or medication with physician approval.
• Administer or order diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests.
• Interpret diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
• Obtain, compile, and record patient medical data, including health history, progress notes and results of physical examination.
• Instruct and counsel patients about prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
• Provide physicians with assistance during surgery or complicated medical procedures.
• Perform therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and infection management.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of technicians and technical assistants.
• Order medical and laboratory supplies and equipment.

Work Activities:

• Diagnose medical conditions.
• Examine patients to assess general physical condition.
• Prescribe treatments or therapies.
• Prescribe medications.
• Record patient medical histories.
• Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.
• Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
• Order medical diagnostic or clinical tests.
• Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.
• Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments.
• Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
• Administer intravenous medications.
• Immunize patients.
• Supervise patient care personnel.
• Order medical supplies or equipment.

Qualifications:

• 2-5 years experience in a Primary Care & Pediatrics preferred
• Michigan PA or NP (Required) licensure required
• Master's Degree

Job Type: Full-time

Background checks are required for all applicants.

EPIC Health System's mission is to provide high quality care everywhere. We are a Multi-Specialty Practice with multiple in-house services that treat patients from the beginning of life to the very end stages of life. Our system consists of Physicians, Psychologists, Exercise Physiologists, Physical Therapists, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technicians, Care Coordinators, Medical Billers and more. We look at all aspects that play a significant role in our patients everyday busy lives.

Company Description

EPIC Health System's mission is to provide high quality care everywhere. We are a Multi-Specialty Practice with multiple in-house services that treat patients from the beginning of life to the very end stages of life. Our system consists of Physicians, Psychologists, Exercise Physiologists, Physical Therapists, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technicians, Care Coordinators, Medical Billers and more. We look at all aspects that play a significant role in our patients everyday busy lives.