What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant (Gastroenterology-Advanced Practice Provider) position at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs?
Certified Mid-level provider specific for treatment of patients with acute and chronic liver conditions (Advanced Liver Disease) position posted for hire for our Gastroenterology Section.
Duties
This position serves as a medicine service Physician Assistant working to provide the full range of hepatology services emphasizing quality, timeliness, and the advancement of the VA mission. This clinical position involves the provision of Gastroenterology and Hepatology services to both new consults and an assigned panel of patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting, including the use of Clinical Video Telehealth. The GI Physician Assistant reports clinically and administratively to the Chief of Gastroenterology and works in close collaboration with Attending Gastroenterologists, Hepatologists, and support staff.
Requirements
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.
Grade Determinations : In addition to the basic requirements stated above, the following qualification criteria must be met in determining the appropriate grade assignment of candidates.
Physician Assistant-I (PA-I)
a) Experience and Education : None beyond the basic requirements.
b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) present the minimum skill set expected of an Entry Level PA. This practice may include, but is not limited to :
- Ability to utilize the principles of PA practice in the care of assigned patients to provide appropriate care.
- Ability to perform patient history and physical.
- Ability to formulate a plan and provide treatment to the patient.
- Ability to provide patient care that is abreast of changing concepts and advancements in the profession.
Physician Assistant-II (PA-II)
a) Experience and Education : The PA at this grade is at the intermediate grade level and has had progressively increasing responsibility and experiences as indicated in the KSAs listed below. Individuals will have demonstrated the ability to analyze and solve more complex medical problems than at the entry level grade and can utilize their training in the successful practice of patient care and participate in team problem solving. Individuals demonstrate the KSAs of PA-II intermediate level by :
b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) : PAs at this level are not required to meet each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but should be able to demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met upon appointment for PA-II :
Physician Assistant-III (PA-III)
a) Experience and Education : PAs at the PA-III grade are at the full performance level and lead and organize patient care independently, practice within multi-disciplinary teams, and coordinate all aspects of patient care across the health care system. They utilize advanced clinical knowledge and judgment in decision-making and evaluating outcomes. They function as experts in clinical practice and / or in areas related to the assigned roles and responsibilities, may serve as mentors for transitioning PAs, and may provide training for health care students. Individuals can demonstrate the KSAs for the full performance level by :
b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : PAs at this level are not required to meet each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but should be able to demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met upon appointment for PA-III :
Reference : Physician Assistant Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. The full performance level of this vacancy is PA-III. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of PA-I to PA-III.
Physical Requirements : The incumbent must be able to perform all activities of the position without restriction. This position may involve standing, walking, stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and turning. The work may involve going up and down flights of stairs.
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