Physician Assistant - Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Pain Mgmt

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary Works under the supervision of a physician to give quality treatment, referral and follow-up care in a medical or hospital setting. Accountabilities Performs health histories, physical exams, individual and group health education. - 20% Orders diagnostic laboratory tests and radiological tests, including special testing such as CTs, MRIs, ultrasound, and contrast studies with physician approval. - 20% Interprets physical findings, lab and x-ray results, makes diagnoses, and formulates and carries out treatment plan, prescribing medication in accordance to state licensing laws. - 20% Refers cases to immediate supervising physician when patient conditions are complicated, exceed the Physician Assistant’s limit of care or level of training. - 20% Provides emergency care to prevent the loss of life, limb or eyesight.  Institutes emergency procedures in accordance with level of training. - 10% Supports clinic function by participating in policy development, operational improvement and the implementation of policies and improvements. - 10% Minimum Qualifications Education - Bachelor's degree in a Physician Assistant program approved by an accredited medical body such as CAHEA, American Medical Association or the Association of Medical College. Experience - No previous experience required Required Licensures NCCPA certification and current Physician Assistant licensure in the state in which the team member is working. BLS Other Required Skills/Knowledge K nowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions/diseases/types of injuries; excellent communication skills. National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Certificate of Added Qualification in Emergency Medicine - NCCPA CAQ in EM - Preferred Work Shift Location Blount Memorial Hospital Facility BMPG Joule Street Alcoa Department BMPG Interventional Pain Joule St Share your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.