About this opportunity
University Clinical Health lists this Physician Assistant opportunity in memphis, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Who We Are
As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients.
Description
JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME
Who We Are
As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients.
Position Summary
The Physician Assistant provides clinical support to Wound Care Division. The position includes providing patient care in a clinic, inpatient rounding, and long-term care facilities. Shares responsibility with attending physicians for performing routine medical examinations and procedures, conducting and evaluating interval histories, communicating treatment plans, obtaining lab tests, and ensuring comprehensive care.
Key Results Areas (KRAs)
Patient care
Wound assessment
Patient treatment plans
Patient procedure including debridement
Patient orders
Test Interpretation
Patient/parent/staff education
Prescription writing
Patient satisfaction
Regulatory compliance
Chart documentation
Clinic revenue process
Evaluation of care
Case review to attending physician
Patient care protocols
Referrals incoming/outgoing
Rounding with wound nurses and support staff at multiple facilities
Core Competencies
Ability to use effective communication skills to elicit and provide information
Work effectively with physicians and other healthcare professionals as a member of a health care team
Demonstrate emotional resilience and stability, adaptability, flexibility, and tolerance of ambiguity
Display compassionate and respectful behaviors when interacting with patients and their families
Committed to supporting UCH’s standard of medical excellence
Requirements
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree, graduation from an accredited PA program
2 years of wound care experience preferred
Must be eligible for licensing in the state of TN
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Worksite address
memphis, TN, 37544, US
Who can apply
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