Experienced Family Medicine Physician Assistant - Fort Worth, TX

Responsibilities Perform history and physical exams on new and established patients and those being seen for follow up appointments (20%). Provide follow up and health maintenance care to patients in accordance with established protocols or specific instructions from the supervising physician (20%). Initiate appropriate treatment and testing required for evaluation of illness based on training and experience (10%). Provide counseling and instruction to patients regarding health related issues (10%). Document clinical care of the patient according to established guidelines (10%). Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as indicated by training and experience and as directed by the supervising physician (10%). Communicate with patients and family members within state law confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines concerning health related questions (10%). Participate in continuous quality improvement process and other initiatives in the area of employee's practice (10%). Qualifications The PA will be licensed as a physician assistant in the State of Texas and maintain such license in good standing at all times. Master's degree in Physician Assistant required. The PA will report to the supervising physician and/or the Medical Director. The PA will be responsible for meeting CME requirements to maintain certification and licensure. The PA’s duties and responsibilities apply to the THPG patient population and assigned setting only. #J-18808-Ljbffr