PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Physician Assistant

Principal Duties:

Obtains and performs complete medical history of physical data on patients.

Review patient records.

Perform physical exams and record findings.

Assists supervising physician in any way appropriate that complies with the Alabama statutory rules and regulations as administered by the ASBME during surgical procedures (when applicable).

Administers injections, oral medications, and sutures wounds. Prepares written prescription orders for drugs and controlled substances. Writes and signs prescriptions for medications, physical therapy and durable medical equipment.

Make patient call backs.

Assists physicians by recording patient progress notes, issues diagnostic orders and medication orders.

Maintains patient confidentiality.

Complies with hospital by-laws.

Assists with special projects as assigned by a supervising physician.

Adheres to policies and procedures.

Maintains current state licensure, hospital staff privileges, and yearly CME requirements.

Any function deemed necessary and appropriate by management.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Behaviors:

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations:

Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Education:

Masters or better in Biology.

Licenses & Certifications:

Physician Assistant

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