About this opportunity
Fort Wayne Radiology lists this Physician Assistant opportunity in fort wayne, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description Job Description About Fort Wayne Radiology:
Fort Wayne Radiology (FWR) is an established, independent, physician-owned practice serving vibrant northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio for over 70 years currently comprised of approximately 30 radiologists.
FWR serves Parkview Health Systems, one of the fastest growing and successful healthcare networks in the Midwest. In a joint venture, we co-own the area's state of the art breast and PET imaging centers.
FWR is seeking a dedicated and skilled Physician Assistant to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in an energetic and collaborative environment, focusing on patient care within the hospital's radiology departments.
Work will include onsite coverage at one of the hospitals within Fort Wayne - Randallia or Parkview Regional Medical Center. This is a full time, salaried position with the work schedule of Monday-Friday.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Complete history and physical exams, progress notes, discharge summaries, etc.
Transcribe/write orders
Provide instruction and explanation of procedures to patients including risks, benefits, and possible outcomes during the consenting process for exams/procedures
Prescriptive authority as described in state law
Assist with QA activities as appropriate
Collaborate/consult with medical and nursing staff to provide continuity of patient care
Administer contrast during exam/procedures, as indicated
Procedures/exams performed by the physician assistant using imaging guidance include, but not limited to: biopsy, fiducial markers placement, fluid aspiration, drain/tube placement, vascular access, gastrointestinal studies, fluoroscopic procedures, urinary system studies, and joint and spine procedures
Educate and communicate with physicians, families, patients, clinical teams
Assist radiologist with various invasive and noninvasive procedures
Flexible and able to except change
Maintain accurate records and schedules
Qualifications and Skills:
Clear, concise communication in person and over the telephone.
Requires frequent lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds unassisted, including assisting patients or in surgeries/procedures when required.
Problem-solving
Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and handle fast paced environment
Critical thinking
Ability to evaluate and treat all demographic groups: infant, children, adolescent, adult, and geriatric
Maintain confidentiality
Excellent patient care
Successful graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
Current Indiana physician assistant license
Current Indiana radiologic technologist license
BLS, ACLS certifications
Current Indiana Controlled Substance Registration (CSR) Number
Current Federal DEA Number
Benefits:
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Access to state-of-the-art imaging equipment and technology
Reimbursement for licensing/certifications that are required for position
No weekends, evenings, or call!
Worksite address
fort wayne, IN, 46845, US
Who can apply
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