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Job description
Physician Assistant
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
The role you'll contribute:
Evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of medical conditions. Prescribes medications, develops patient treatment options, interprets and verifies test results, and collaborates with other healthcare providers for continued education to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care. Provides medical care to patients under the supervision of a physician. Conducts physical examinations, orders and interprets diagnostic tests. Works closely with physicians to develop and implement treatment plans for patients. Educates patients and their families about healthcare issues, disease management, and preventive care.
The value you'll bring to the team:
Participation in daily inpatient rounding by taking patient history, conducting physical exam, reviewing laboratory and diagnostic data, performing medication reconciliation, procedures, and computer order entry as appropriate. Participation in daily multidisciplinary round by contributing specific surgical perspective and promoting integrated comprehensive patient care
Active team participant in mentoring and educating other team members
Inpatient consultation and admission at the direction of the collaborating physician.
Documentation of all patient encounters by computerized progress notes, brief operative note, procedural notes or admission/consultation/discharge summary dictation
Pre-operative patient evaluation and medical optimization
Evaluates and treats patients with acute, chronic, and surgical concerns which include the following:
Admission/consultation of patients at the direction of the collaborating physician
Conduct medical history; performance of physical examination
Collection, interpretation & recording of diagnostic clinical laboratory data
Ordering, specimen collection & interpretation of all relevant laboratory/microbiological tests
Ordering & interpretation of all relevant radiologic/US/MRI/NM studies
Ordering, performance & interrelation of cardiac diagnostic testing
Diagnosis of acute and chronic conditions affecting all organs systems
Development of treatment plans
Ordering medications
Address the pharmacologic needs of patients by CPOE/written/oral methods
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED :
Dispense & Administration of medications
Performance medication reconciliation
Formulating interventions and performing therapeutic measures to ensure the appropriate individualized plan of care is implemented.
Applying knowledge of age specific needs, (pediatric, adolescents, adult and geriatric) to plan of care interventions and patients' responses to care
Activity & diet level designation
Ordering/renewal of restraints
Performance of rounds & recording of computerized written and/or dictated documentation of all patient encounters by computerized progress notes, brief operative note, procedural notes or admission/consultation/discharge summary dictation
Pre-operative patient evaluation and medical optimization
Post-operative patient ICU and floor management
Coordinating information flow among medical, ancillary, nursing, financial and insurance personnel
Facilitate and direct BLS/ACLS measures as necessary
Participation in Clinical & multidisciplinary rounds by contributing specific surgical perspective & promoting integrated comprehensive patient care, & assisting with discharge planning
Provide relevant patient education and counseling regarding heath status/test results/disease process & discharge planning
Address patient psychosocial needs by assessing patient's functional status & evaluating patient's mental status by Consultation/Referral to other health professionals & community agencies
Assessing clinical factors including, but not limited to, immunosuppression complications, drug toxicity, infections complications and risk rejection
Coordinating care of recipient and/or living donor as needed
Communicating frequently with referring physicians regarding the patient's status
Perform any other clinical responsibility within the PA's level of training and scope of practice
Assist the collaborating physician in any intervention in the interest of patient care/safety
Functions fully within the Outpatient and Inpatient setting
Providing on-call coverage for medical triage for outpatients in collaboration with the physician on-call
The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Master's in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies
One + years' experience
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
Valid American Heart Association BLS & ACLS certifications
Licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the State of Florida.
NCCPA or APRN Certification
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule:
Full time
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Address:
1219 S Pine Ave
City:
Ocala
State:
Florida
Postal Code:
34471
Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)
Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.
Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
Worksite address
ocala, FL, 34470, US
Who can apply
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