Physician Assistant - Colorectal

Job Summary The Physician Assistant (PA) Medical Specialty is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as independent providers by Medicare and Medicaid. The advanced practice provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice and works in specialty clinics. Specialties may include palliative care, pulmonary, infectious disease, endocrinology, gastroenterology, cardiology, dermatology, urology, nephrology, neurology, hematology, oncology, allergy and immunology, rheumatology, or others. Essential Functions of the Role Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories. Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs. Prescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or other treatments; performs procedures following approved protocols with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost; recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks. Formulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care; works with physicians and team members when needed; evaluates patient response to care and its effectiveness. Counsels patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion; discusses drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies. Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes; initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise. Provides consultation-level services for conditions or problems related to the provider's specialty and training. Manages patients in a healthcare setting other than the primary clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, procedural, etc.). Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and proficiency of the provider as delegated by supervising physician. May be required to perform patient care duties beyond the regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department. Key Success Factors Knowledge of information and techniques to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities, including symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures. Knowledge of values, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills. Skill in the use of computers and related software applications. Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans. Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification. Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests. Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas. Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer. Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA). Qualifications Education – Graduate of an accredited program. Experience – Less than 1 year of experience. Certification/License – Physician Assistant license through the state of Texas. Basic Life Support (BLS) – BLS certification within 30 days of hire or transfer. National Certification – Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA). Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stryker Corporation