Physician Assistant

Position Summary

The Physician Assistant will primarily provide health care services to patients under direction and responsibility of a physician. This includes, patient examination, comprehensive physical examinations, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.

Minimum Requirements

• State of Texas License as a Physician's Assistant and eligible for certification through the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners.
• Preferred general or community health medical experience.
• Licensed to practice in jurisdiction as required by the State.
• Preferred general or community health nursing experience.
• Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.
• Must be able to adhere to all client related policies and procedures including confidentiality.
• Requires a valid Texas Driver's License, appropriate driving record and auto liability insurance that meets the minimum required by State of Texas statute.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience required.

Essential Functions

• 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 patient's condition.
• Consults with physician(s) regarding patient health care plans and treatment.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess the patient's clinical problems and health care needs.
• Performs selected procedures for therapeutic and/or diagnostic reasons within scope of validated competence.
• 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.
• Counsels 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.
• May refer patients to physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment.
• Carries out other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Thorough understanding of the principles and practices of public health medicine including knowledge of related cultures, social and economic forces in family practices.
• Knowledge of goals and general methods of practices used by other professionals participating in public health programs.
• Ability to practice public health medicine.
• To work productively with individuals and with professional and other groups within the community.
• To plan and execute work, seek and use supervision and consultation, exercise good judgment, and communicate effectively both written and oral.
• Must be able to maintain a pleasant and professional attitude toward patients and personnel.
• Must be able to adhere to ALL client related policies and procedures including confidentiality.
• The ability to work independently and effectively under pressure.
• Superior organizational and problem solving skills

Physical Requirements

• Requires sitting, standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
• Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
• Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.
• The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to work with a moderate noise level in the work environment is required, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The occupant may, at times, lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Compliance & Performance Improvement Program Guidelines: All Staff must adhere to guidelines established under the CPI Program including performance improvement functions assigned by the Chief Executive Officer that relate to the adoption of and adherence to Center Policies and Procedures.

I have read the above position description and fully understand the requirements set forth therein. I hereby accept the position and agree to abide by the requirements set forth and will perform all duties and responsibilities to the best of my ability. I also understand that these duties and responsibilities may be modified as the need arises.