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Job Summary
Works under the supervision of a physician to give quality treatment referral and followup care in a medical or hospital setting.
Accountabilities
- Performs 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 xray 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 Assistants 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 Qualifications
- Education Bachelors 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 required
Required Licensures
- NCCPA certification and current Physician Assistant licensure in South Carolina
- BLS
Other Required Skills/Knowledge Knowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions/diseases/types of injuries; excellent communication skills.
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Location
2 Medical Park Rd Richland
Facility
3424 Orthopedics Total Joint
Department
Orthopedics Total JointPractice Operations
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