About this opportunity
VITAL ORTHOPEDIC & SPINE INSTITUTE lists this Physician Assistant opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Benefits/Perks
Competitive Compensation
Great Work Environment
Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Summary
We are seeking a Physician Assistant to join our team! As a Physician Assistant you will be examining patients, collecting patient medical history, and making tentative diagnoses on minor and major issues. You will also be reading diagnostic tests and reports, interpreting data, taking the time with each patient to explain their test results and medical diagnoses, and prescribing therapy or medication with a physician's approval. The ideal candidate has an excellent bedside manner, experience charting in a medical environment, and has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
Examine each patient, take a detailed medical history, and chart everything medically important in their records
Read test results, interpret data appropriately, and make diagnostic suggestions based on those results
Explain to the patient test results and expected health outcomes
Prescribe medication or therapy with a physician overseeing as part of a larger health plan
Work closely with nurses, other Physician Assistants, and Physicians to formulate a full, comprehensive treatment plan
Qualifications
Valid state licensing required
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with medical terminology, charting, and diagnostic tests
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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