Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant

SUMMARY

The duties of a Physician Assistant include, but are not limited to: providing accurate assessment, diagnosis, treatment, consultation, education and follow-up care to patients ranging in age from infant to geriatric, proper maintenance of records, and any other reasonable and proper duties assigned within approved Scope of Practice and under the direction of the supervisory Physician.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

1. Examine patients and record history
2. Adhere to proper charting protocols
3. Discuss with Physician and other health care professionals to prepare comprehensive plan
4. Order or execute tests or images as needed
5. Submit health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review by Physician
6. Analyze results of tests, diagnose and report
7. Administer or prescribe treatment and medications
8. Promote health by advising patient of diet, hygiene and prevention of disease
9. Inoculate and vaccinate as required
10. Refer to specialist as required for patient's well-being
11. Perform minor surgery
12. Report deaths and contagious diseases to governmental authorities
13. Other responsibilities as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Must have and maintain current State of Florida license in good standing
2. Current National Board Certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Effective written, verbal and electronic communication skills
2. Computer competency
3. Ability to collaborate with colleagues to provide quality healthcare
4. Show initiative, creativity and problem-solving ability
5. Ability to work under pressure

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bilingual a plus
2. Prior experience using an electronic medical record system

RELATIONSHIP REPORTING

1. Reports to the Chief Medical Officer

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Ability to communicate effectively talk and listen to patients
2. Ability to collaborate with colleagues as necessary to provide quality health care
3. Ability to use a computer, printer and scanner
4. Ability to sit, stand or view a computer screen for extended periods of time
5. Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions for extended periods of time
6. Ability to reach with hands or arms
7. Ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel