Physician Assistant

Midlevel Provider - Physician AssistantProvide direct, exceptional dermatological care to patientsRole and ResponsibilitiesClinical and AdministrativeCarries out a review of patients’ medical historyPerforms full body skin examsOrders diagnostic tests, including blood tests and x-rays, sends biopsies out to pathology and interprets the resultsEstablishes diagnoses and treatment plans for patient’s skin state diseaseDiagnoses and treatment of skin cancerProvides treatment, including minor surgical procedures such as, biopsies, cryo-therapy, ED&C, excisionsProvides counseling and skin safety education to patients and their familiesPrescribes needed medications to patientsTakes record of patients’ progressPerforms research for current treatment procedures so as to provide quality care to patientsAbility to provide expert clinical judgment and function independentlyPossession of exceptional communication and interpersonal skills that enable effective collaboration with physicians, staff, community health workers, patients and their familiesAbility to work with little or no supervision, and to take initiative in handling the responsibilities of the positionAbility to understand complex medical information and clearly communicate it to patients and their families, medical staff, and external customers, in written and spoken formatCompletes MIPS requirements and clinical notes within 48hrs of a patient visitPossession of conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to effectively manage conflict in work environmentFrequently takes part in community outreach programs to promote the practice and educate people in skin cancer prevention and healthy livingProfessionalDemonstrates initiative and responsibilityAble to perform repetitive tasks without loss of focusAdheres to ethical principlesTime ManagementAdapts to changeAttends all team meetings and mandatory in-service training/educationCommunicationRecognizes and respects cultural diversityAdapts communication to individual’s ability to understandUses professional, pleasant telephone etiquetteUses medical terminology appropriatelyTreats all patients and co-workers with compassion, empathy, and mutual respectProjects a professional manner and imageConsistent attendance and punctualityLegalMaintains confidentiality and documents accuratelyUses appropriate guidelines for releasing patient informationPractices within the scope of education, training, and personal capabilitiesConducts self in accordance with Suncoast’s Employee Handbook.Maintains awareness of federal and state health care legislation and regulations; OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIACore CompetenciesEfficiencyAttention to detailsOrganizedPunctualTakes initiative, proactiveTeam PlayerHonesty/IntegrityFlexibleCalm under pressure“A Doer”, persistenceProblem solver, Strategic thinking, CreativityAnalytical skillsClear and concise communication/Listening skillsQuick Learner, IntelligenceFollow through on commitmentsEnthusiastic, Friendly, Positive attitudeOpenness to advice and constructive criticismStrong work ethicPhysical DemandsProlonged standing/walkingOccasional travelMultitaskingRepetitive head, neck, hands wrists and arm motion/rotationExtensive reading, writing, typing requiredLifting to 25lbsFrequent use of office administrative, computer and medical equipmentTransferring and positioning patientsQualifications and Education Requirements:Possession of a bachelor’s and master’s degree, together with a certificate from completing an American Medical Association approved physician assistant programPossession of active Florida medical licenseMay possess a National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) issued certificatePossession of state and federal Controlled Substance RegistrationSome clinical experience in an area of specialtyKnowledgeable in computer programs, EMR systems, customer service, excellent verbal communication skillsJob Type: Full-timeSalary: From $90,000.00 per yearBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee discountFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceRetirement planVision insuranceMedical specialties:DermatologySchedule:8 hour shiftMonday to FridayWeekends as neededExperience:EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)License/Certification:Certified Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)PA-C (Preferred)Physician Assistant License (Preferred)Work Location: In person