Physician Assistant

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Sanford, FL, US 4 days ago Requisition ID: 2295 Organization Overview The Central Florida Family Health Center, Inc. dba True Health is a private, not-for-profit federally qualified health center (FQHC) serving Central Florida since 1977. Our mission is to provide high-quality, comprehensive healthcare at a reasonable cost to everyone. JOB SUMMARY The duties of a Family Medicine Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) mid-level provider includes, but is not limited to, providing accurate assessment, diagnosis, treatment, consultation, education and follow-up care to patients ranging in age from infancy to geriatric; proper maintenance of records, under the direction of the Supervisory Physician and any other reasonable and proper duties assigned. 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 4. Order or execute tests or images as needed 5. Submit health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review by 6. Analyze results of tests, diagnose and report to patient 7. Administer or prescribe treatment and medications 8. Promote health by advising patients on diet, hygiene and prevention of disease 9. Inoculate and vaccinate as required 10. Refer to specialist as required for patient's well-being 12. Report deaths and contagious diseases to governmental authorities 13. Report on incidents to the Department of Risk and Compliance 14. Completion and reporting of incidents on the intranet 15. Report incidents of violence and aggression to Departments of Risk and Compliance and Human Resources 16. Report incidents of suspected child/elderly abuse and human trafficking to the proper agencies and the Department of Risk and Compliance. 17. Participate and serve on a minimum of one clinical quality committee 18. Represent True Health in the community and at community events. 19. Provide coverage for on call, as assigned 20. Participate in Peer Review Process as indicated 21. Precept and train students (MD, DO, APRN, PA, residents, fellows, etc) as assigned 22. Precept and train provider peers, as assigned 23. Respond and participate in True Health Emergencies (i.e. Nurse Stats) 24. 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. Show initiative, creativity and problem-solving ability 3. Ability to collaborate with colleagues to provide quality healthcare ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS 1. Prior experience using an electronic medical records system 2. Bilingual a plus, but not required (English/Spanish) RELATIONSHIP REPORTING Reports to the Chief Medical Officer PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 1. Ability to communicate effectively with 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 use hands and fingers to handle or feel #J-18808-Ljbffr