Physician Assistant

Physician AssistantAs the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients.The Physician Assistant provides clinical support to Wound Care Division. The position includes providing patient care in a clinic, inpatient rounding, and long-term care facilities. Shares responsibility with attending physicians for performing routine medical examinations and procedures, conducting and evaluating interval histories, communicating treatment plans, obtaining lab tests, and ensuring comprehensive care.Key Results Areas:Patient careWound assessmentPatient treatment plansPatient procedure including debridementPatient ordersTest interpretationPatient/parent/staff educationPrescription writingPatient satisfactionRegulatory complianceChart documentationClinic revenue processEvaluation of careCase review to attending physicianPatient care protocolsReferrals incoming/outgoingRounding with wound nurses and support staff at multiple facilitiesCore Competencies:Ability to use effective communication skills to elicit and provide informationWork effectively with physicians and other healthcare professionals as a member of a health care teamDemonstrate emotional resilience and stability, adaptability, flexibility, and tolerance of ambiguityDisplay compassionate and respectful behaviors when interacting with patients and their familiesCommitted to supporting UCH's standard of medical excellenceRequirements:Bachelor's Degree, graduation from an accredited PA program2 years of wound care experience preferredMust be eligible for licensing in the state of TN