About this opportunity
American Family Care Grand Rapids lists this Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner opportunity in grand rapids, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We are looking for a responsible Physician Assistant to support the doctors’ work and actively facilitate urgent care & primary care patients’ recovery. You will apply medical techniques and principles under the direction of a physician and you will deal with a diverse set of patients offering them care and encouragement.
Benefits
Health insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Responsibilities
Assess patients’ health and their demands and aim to fulfill them as well as possible
Issue appropriate prescriptions and administer medicine
Inform physicians about any problems or discrepancies that might arise
Acquire and review patient histories identifying abnormal conditions
Monitor patients’ progress and keep records of treatments, surgeries or other medical eventsAttend to emergencies
Provide help during surgeries
Prepare patients for examinations and conduct routine procedures (measure blood pressure and temperature, administer injections etc)
Provide therapeutic treatments (disinfecting wounds, stitching etc.)
Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for the patients
Comply strictly with medical care regulations and safety standards
Collaborate effectively with team members of various specializations
Skills
Proven work experience as a physician assistant. Prior Urgent Care/ER/Family Medicine experience as a PA is highly desired, at least 3 years.
Knowledge of medical guidelines and procedures regarding examination, therapy and recovery
Familiarity with advancements in medical technology and current know-how
Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task
Caring and compassionate
Team player with good communication skills
BSc/MA in Physician Assistant Studies, Health Science or Medical Science
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Contract
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty
Primary Care
Urgent Care
Schedule
12 hour shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
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Worksite address
grand rapids, MI, 49528, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.