What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant Certified position at Weight Loss Specialists of North Texas?
Physician Assistant for Bariatric / General Surgeon
Weight Loss Specialists of North Texas provides comprehensive care that improves patients’ lives. We are seeking a compassionate, qualified physician assistant to join our team from [M–F 8 : 00 a.m.– 5 : 00 p.m.] with occasional on-call time on weekends. The ideal candidate has experience assessing and treating general and bariatric surgery patients. They will perform physical exams, obtain patient medical histories, order tests, plan treatments, and counsel patients. We invite you to apply to a team that embraces your talents and supports your desire to make a difference by providing outstanding care.
Objectives of this role
Promote and maintain high standards of patient care
Provide high-quality medical services under supervision of a physician
Assist with short-term and long-term patient care issues
Recommend treatments, medicines, and therapies
Chart patient progress and maintain detailed, accurate health records
Lend support to the lead physician or surgeon, collaborating with the team as needed
Responsibilities
Rounding at hospitals
Assisting in the OR
Seeing patients in all clinic locations (Denton, Flower Mound and Frisco)
Perform physical examinations and elicit detailed, accurate patient histories
Determine patient conditions based on diagnostic imaging and test results
Formulate therapeutic plans and treatments, which may include prescriptions
Provide routine procedures such as injections, immunizations, sutures, wound care, aspirations, casting, and blood specimen collection
Maintain professional and technical knowledge via Continuing Medical Education credits or equivalent in country of hire
Protect patient confidentiality, maintain ethics, and abide by all applicable laws
Skills and qualifications
Demonstrated proficiency, which may include licensure and / or certification
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and procedural techniques
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Analytical thinking skills with the ability to investigate and diagnose
Competence with technology and ability to use various tools in the clinical setting
Professionalism with excellent communication and customer service skills
Preferred qualifications
One or more years of background experience in general and / or bariatric surgery
Strong skills in mathematics and statistical analysis
Flexible schedule and availability
Experience working independently, as a liaison, and as part of a team
Active learner with a desire and willingness to continue education and training
Understanding of the legal aspects of confidentiality and patient care
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