Gastroenterology Physician Assistant Sherman

JOB SUMMARY

The Physician Assistant Medical Specialty is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who actively renders direct patient care and possesses delegated prescriptive authority. They are credentialed and privileged, and their service is billed as an independent billing provider, as recognized by Medicare and Medicaid within the healthcare systems, in accordance with the appropriate board. The Advanced Practice Provider provides medical care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician. These providers work in a specialty clinic and may specialize in Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and Immunology, Rheumatology, or other medical specialty.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
• Prescribes, recommends, and / or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved protocols / policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines, and in partnership with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient responses to health care provided and the effectiveness of care.
• Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of health illness / conditions, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds the scope of practice and / or expertise.
• Provides consultation-level services for conditions / problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.
• Manages patients in healthcare settings other than primary clinic settings (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, procedural, etc.).
• Performs invasive procedures specific to the scope of practice and competency of the provider as delegated by the supervising Physician.
• May be required to perform patient care duties beyond the regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following :

Note : Benefits may vary based upon position type and / or level.

QUALIFICATIONS

CERTIFICATION / LICENSE / REGISTRATION

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