Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dynamic emergency care team. The PA will provide highquality patientcentered medical care under the supervision of a licensed emergency medicine physician. The ideal candidate is experienced confident in clinical decisionmaking and capable of working effectively in a fastpaced highpressure environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough patient assessments including historytaking physical examinations and diagnostic evaluations.
- Perform medical procedures such as suturing splinting intubation wound care and fracture reduction as required.
- Order and interpret laboratory tests imaging studies and other diagnostic procedures.
- Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with emergency physicians.
- Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Communicate effectively with patients families and the healthcare team regarding patient status and treatment options.
- Provide patient education on disease management injury prevention and followup care.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and emergency department case reviews.
- Maintain accurate thorough and timely documentation of all patient interactions and clinical activities.
Required Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.
- Current state licensure as a Physician Assistant.
- Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in emergency medicine or urgent care settings preferred.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong clinical judgment and decisionmaking skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and other healthcare technologies.
- Commitment to patientcentered care and adherence to clinical protocols.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand walk and sit for extended periods.
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting patients and equipment.
- Dexterity and coordination for performing medical procedures.
Work Environment:
- Fastpaced emergency department setting.
- Exposure to infectious diseases and medical emergencies.
- Collaborative teambased environment with physicians nurses and support staff.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Occupational Health Experience
- Basic Life Support
- Primary Care Experience
- Suturing
- Computer Literacy
- Pharmacy Residency
- Spinal Tap Experience
- Nursing
- Gastric Lavage
- Epic
- Addiction Counseling
