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Job Title: Physician Assistant for Geriatric Care
Job Description
We are looking for a Physician Assistant to provide good medical care to older patients in the program.
Your Duties
Work together with doctors to give primary medical care.
Check and assess patients when they first join, every six months, once a year, or whenever needed.
Create and follow personalized care plans with the team.
Treat patients who are sick and manage long-term health conditions.
Provide preventive care like health screenings, vaccinations, and regular check-ups.
Prescribe the right medications and therapies.
Refer patients to specialists if needed.
Help with planning for patients who are leaving care and transitions.
Teach patients, families, and caregivers about their treatment and health management.
Be an active member of a team that includes various healthcare professionals.
Help create and improve healthcare policies and standards.
Participate in staff training and education.
Keep accurate and compliant patient records.
Be part of the on-call rotation.
Follow all rules and guidelines set by the organization.
Qualifications
Must have graduated from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Must have an active PA license in North Carolina or be willing to get one.
At least 2 years of experience as a Physician Assistant (preferably with elderly patients).
Experience working with frail or elderly populations, or be willing to take PACE training.
Must have BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.
Strong clinical skills and ability to make decisions independently.
Clean history with no malpractice or license issues.
Must have DEA Registration.
Most recent NPDB Self Query Report (must be active and within the last 30 days).
Certification Requirements
BLS
Controlled Substance (CSR/CDS)
DEA
NCCPA
State License Requirements
North Carolina
Additional License Requirements
Compliance with state health requirements (e.g., NC Employee Medical Statement)
We look forward to your application!
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Worksite address
fayetteville, NC, 28305, US
Who can apply
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