NP - Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology Physician Assistant

Reports clinically to the Practice Site Physician(s) and administratively to the Practice Manager/Director. Under the direction of the physician(s) is responsible for the coordination and delivery of care for BMG patients. Educates patients regarding health promotion, illness prevention and disease management.

MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.

VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.

SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Coordinates and provides professional medical care for BMG patients by:

• Assessing the patients' medical history and performing physical examinations, as appropriate for scope of service of a physician assistant.
• Evaluating and treating injuries within scope of practice for a physician assistant.
• Administering medications and injections, as prescribed.
• Educating patients regarding health promotion, illness prevention and disease management.
• Documenting, coding and completing diagnosis of patient's condition to facilitate appropriate insurance reimbursement.

Keeps abreast of all pertinent legislation and maintains clinical expertise by:

• Attending and participating in related seminars, conferences and educational offerings, as approved.
• Reading current professional medical and nursing journals.
• Developing and maintaining affiliation with professional organizations.

Contributes to the overall effectiveness of assigned BMG facility by:

• Assisting in planning changes in clinic/office procedures to improve the quality and delivery of health care.
• Participating in Quality Improvement programs; monitoring quality and outcomes of care rendered.
• Assisting in development and compliance of clinical protocols, policies and procedures.
• Maintaining current knowledge of all pertinent legislation and relating to physicians and staff.
• Communicating with physicians to ensure the quality and timeliness for services rendered to patients.
• Completing other job related duties as assigned.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

Client Details City South Bend State IN