PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT DERMATOLOGY

Physician Assistant--Dermatology

Responsible for providing direct patient care within the practice & under the directive of collaborating Physician.

Works in collaboration with the Physician as well as nursing and support services to provide patient-focused care.

Assessment and management of patients; day to day implementation and evaluation of the appropriate plan of care; serves as a consultant, researcher, and educator.

Performs history & physicals, documentation of findings; communication with collaborating Physician/s.

Orders appropriate diagnostic testing; reviews results/ informs patients & Providers of findings and required follow up.

May include hospital rounds.

Patient education and support.

Ensures continuity of care for follow-up treatments.

As expected with all healthcare positions, must adhere to HIPAA/OSHA/BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN regulations and maintain associated workplace trainings.

Other duties as necessary under direction of Physician/s and Administration.

MUST HOLD AND MAINTAIN CURRENT/ACTIVE CERTIFICATION AND/OR LICENSURE AS PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT CREDENTIALED TO WORK IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY

Travel Required: Yes. Will travel to Glasgow location 1-2 times a week after fully trained.

Skills

Required: Written Communication, Time-Management, Teamwork Ability, Problem-Solving, Patient Care, Organizational, Oral Communication, Multi-Tasking, Medical Office, Interpersonal, Electronic Medical Record, Documentation, Customer Service, Analytical, Accuracy, Attention to Detail

Behaviors

Required: Team Player, Loyal, Functional Expert, Enthusiastic, Detail Oriented, Dedicated

Motivations

Required: Growth Opportunities, Self-Starter, Goal Completion, Ability to Make an Impact

Education

Required: Masters or better.

Experience: Must hold and maintain current/active certification and/or licensure as Physician Assistant. Work experience within the field of Dermatology highly preferred but not required. Minimum 2 years Physician Assistant experience highly preferred but not required.