What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Physician Assistant position at Geisinger Health System?
Job Summary
As an essential member of the Interventional Pain Medicine Advanced Practitioner Team, you will perform diagnostic and therapeutic tasks under the supervision of a physician to establish diagnoses and formulate treatment plans. You will serve as a patient advocate, acting as a confidant, advisor, and liaison between patients and physicians.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct initial assessments and triage patients based on their presenting conditions.
- Monitor and manage procedure and laboratory results, communicate findings with the physician, and inform families and patients regarding results and subsequent treatment plans.
- Coordinate appropriate follow-up care for patients.
- Respond to phone calls from patients and their families, assessing their needs effectively.
- Discuss care plans with the physician and relay critical information to patients and their families.
- Facilitate preauthorization processes for medications, diagnostic studies, and treatments as needed.
- Screen patients to ensure comprehensive care.
Education Requirements:
- Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies (Required)
- Basic Life Support Certification; Certified Physician Assistant (NCCPA)
Company Values:
At Geisinger, we are dedicated to caring for our patients, members, students, and communities. Our values include kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative atmosphere, recognizing that a diverse workforce enhances our team's strength and effectiveness.
