What are the responsibilities and job description for the PA/APRN position at PHYSICIANS GROUP SERVICES, PA?
We are currently searching for a PA and or APRN to join our team for Addiction Medicine.
The Mid-level (NP or PA-C) collaborates with the Medical Director, pharmacists and nursing staff to facilitate admission, treatment, and successful discharge of patients with substance use disorders. Under the direction and supervision of the Medical Director, the mid level (NP/PA-C) performs medical assessment of patients and prescribes or adjusts medications as indicated. Evaluation, management, and prescribing services are rendered on-site.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Review patients medical histories
Conduct physical exams to check patients health
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as urine drug screens or blood tests, as required
Assess and diagnose patients
Medication Administration
Give brief treatment, education, and counseling regarding diagnosed/concerns to patients
Prescribe medications as needed
Record patient progress and treatment utilizing agency EMR system
Provides direction and support to nursing and clinical staff regarding diagnostic and medication management of clients
Follows medical protocols established by the Medical Director including admission, treatment, and discharge standards in accordance with agency policy and procedure.
Performs any related duties as required and assigned by the Medical
Performs any related duties as required and assigned by the Medical Director.
Medical Specialty:
Addiction Medicine
Primary Care
Education:
Master's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Certified Nurse Practitioner/PA-C(Required)
The Mid-level (NP or PA-C) collaborates with the Medical Director, pharmacists and nursing staff to facilitate admission, treatment, and successful discharge of patients with substance use disorders. Under the direction and supervision of the Medical Director, the mid level (NP/PA-C) performs medical assessment of patients and prescribes or adjusts medications as indicated. Evaluation, management, and prescribing services are rendered on-site.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Review patients medical histories
Conduct physical exams to check patients health
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as urine drug screens or blood tests, as required
Assess and diagnose patients
Medication Administration
Give brief treatment, education, and counseling regarding diagnosed/concerns to patients
Prescribe medications as needed
Record patient progress and treatment utilizing agency EMR system
Provides direction and support to nursing and clinical staff regarding diagnostic and medication management of clients
Follows medical protocols established by the Medical Director including admission, treatment, and discharge standards in accordance with agency policy and procedure.
Performs any related duties as required and assigned by the Medical
Performs any related duties as required and assigned by the Medical Director.
Medical Specialty:
Addiction Medicine
Primary Care
Education:
Master's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Certified Nurse Practitioner/PA-C(Required)
