Physician Assistant - Cardiology, Stansbury Community Clinic

Physician Assistant - Cardiology, Stansbury CommunityClinic The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to work on our team with an emphasis in general cardiology. The position is an outpatient clinic‑focused role, primarily based out of our Stansbury CommunityClinic . The position will involve both independent work and close collaboration with physician partner/s and other advanced practice clinicians. As a patient‑focused organization, the University of Utah Health Sciences exists to enhance the health and well‑being of people through patient care, research, and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The Health Sciences Center seeks Advanced Practice Clinicians who are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality, and trust that are integral to our mission. Responsibilities Assesses the physical condition of a group of patients by performing physical examinations and obtaining medical histories. Formulates the medical plan and prognosis based on the patient's condition. Collaborates with healthcare teams regarding patient care plans and treatment. Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess the patient's clinical problems and health care needs. Initiates and/or recommends medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatment and procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policy. Complies with medical records policies regarding the complete and accurate documentation of patient care. Initiates and maintains required records and legal documents. Participates in quality improvement activities. Counsel patients, families and significant others about health and illness, and promotes health maintenance. Evaluates, plans, implements, and re‑evaluates the care of individuals requiring emergency measures. Expectations Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above. Demonstrate clinical competence and in‑depth knowledge of specialty area. Demonstrate leadership, teaching, research, and communication skills. Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served. Minimum Qualifications Required: Current licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant from the State of Utah. Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire. Preferred: Certification in ACLS/BLS/NRP/ATLS may be required by your department or by privileging criteria. This position is patient‑sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient‑sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.