NPPA, CT Surgery, Emory Midtown Hospital

Job Description:  Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients. Documents the delivery of care in the individuals medical records  Conducts patient interviews and documents patient histories psychosocial histories health status and medical problems or potential problems  Under the direction of a physician performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures including cast application and removal wound suturing and dressing changes  Assists physician in diagnosing medical problems developing care plans and prescribing treatment  Orders schedules and/or performs laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses pregnancy and blood tests and x-rays  Communicates necessity preparation nature and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patient  In collaboration with physician arranges for consultations with or referrals to other medical professional or community services. Educates patient on health habits self-examinations behavior management need for follow-up assessments/treatments at home medical care medication and other issues related to medical or health problems.  Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development  Attends educational in-services as appropriate. Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends practices and developments  Maintains and updates current accurate patient records including medical assessment interventions and evaluations  Collects and interprets diagnostic data to implement appropriate care patient care plans  Prepares statistical reports and analyses of research projects and investigational protocols; reports on progress adverse trends and appropriate conclusions and recommendations  Trains and teaches other health care professionals including students and residents in techniques and procedures unique to specific setting  Actively participates on organizational health services committees  Performs related responsibilities as required

Minimum Qualifications:  Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program  Currently licensed as an advanced practice nurse in the state of Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body or Certified as a Physicians Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)  Licensed as appropriate in the state of Georgia  May require at least one year of direct experience in one or more high acuity clinical specialties  PALS BLS or ACLS may be required in some areas.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking Occasional sitting Close eye work (computers typing reading writing) Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock Floor Surfaces Hot/Cold Temperatures Indoor/Outdoor conditions Latex Lighting Patient care/handling injuries Radiation Shift work Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment including respirators environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

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