PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Inspire Health. Serve With Compassion. Be The Difference.Works under the supervision of a physician to give quality treatment, referral and follow-up care in a medical or hospital setting.Essential FunctionsPerforms health histories, physical exams, individual and group health education. - 20%Orders diagnostic laboratory tests and radiological tests, including special testing such as CTs, MRIs, ultrasound, and contrast studies with physician approval. - 20%Interprets physical findings, lab and x-ray results, makes diagnoses, and formulates and carries out treatment plan, prescribing medication in accordance to state licensing laws. - 20%Refers cases to immediate supervising physician when patient conditions are complicated, exceed the Physician Assistant's limit of care or level of training. - 20%Provides emergency care to prevent the loss of life, limb or eyesight. Institutes emergency procedures in accordance with level of training. - 10%Supports clinic function by participating in policy development, operational improvement and the implementation of policies and improvements. - 10%Minimum QualificationsEducation - Bachelor's degree in a Physician Assistant program approved by an accredited medical body such as CAHEA, American Medical Association or the Association of Medical College.Experience - No previous experience requiredRequired LicensuresNCCPA certification and current Physician Assistant licensure in the state in which the team member is working.BLSOther Required Skills/KnowledgeKnowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions/diseases/types of injuries; excellent communication skills.National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Certificate of Added Qualification in Emergency Medicine - NCCPA CAQ in EM - PreferredWork ShiftVariable (United States of America)LocationBlount Memorial HospitalFacility8104 BH POB MaryvilleDepartment81041007 BMPG Gastroenterology MaryvilleShare your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.