Physician Assistant

Job description

We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.
Department:
16116670 Ortho Trauma
Work Shift:
Job Description:
The Physician Assistant at North
Mississippi Health Services is responsible for delivering comprehensive medical
services in acute care settings and clinic (as needed) while under physician
supervision, focusing on patient care, education, and recordkeeping. The
position requires expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic healthcare services,
ensuring continuity of care through patient management plans. The Physician
Assistant must demonstrate clinical competence, adhere to regulatory
guidelines, and effectively communicate complex medical information to
patients, family members, and healthcare staff, while maintaining a
professional and caring attitude.JOB FUNCTIONS Patient Care:
• Promotes and maintains health by providing medical services under the supervision of a Physician
• Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventative health care services in accordance with Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure (MSBML), approved protocols, and national standards of practice
• Provides continuity of care by developing and implementing patient management plans Patient Education:
• Provides instruction and counsel regarding medical care matters to patient/family member
• Serves as a resource for community agencies as needed Recordkeeping:
• Ensures timely and accurate (as established by policy) documentation of patient status and patient care activities including treatments, procedures, and medications prescribed Continuing Education:
• Ensures clinical competence by staying abreast of changes in medical management o Maintains board certification o Completes annual CME required programs
• Participates in a variety of healthcare education activities Regulatory:
• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines
• Complies with applicable State/Federal/Regulatory Policies/Procedures/Guidelines/Laws Knowledge Skills and Abilities
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational and communication (written and verbal)skills
• Provide care to patients ranging from neonate to geriatric
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work without close supervision
• Ability exercise autonomy in medical decisions as determined by supervising Physician
• Organize multiple tasks and maintain control of workflow
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to accurately diagnosis and provide treatment of patient’s condition
• Ability to accurately document patient’s plan of care
• Ability to provide quality care in the most cost effective manner
• Ability to stay abreast of current trends in medical management
• Ability to understand laws and regulations affecting scope of practice Physical Demands A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Standing. Frequently
• Walking. Frequently
• Sitting. occasionally
• Lifting/Carrying. occasionally 100 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling. Frequently
• Climbing. Rarely
• Balancing. occasionally
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. occasionally
• Reaching/Over Head Work. occasionally
• Grasping. Frequently
• Speaking. Constantly
• Hearing. Constantly
• Repetitive Motions. Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently

Salary Range:
$101,108.80 - $151,652.80
Education:
Master’s Degree | Physician Assistant | Required
Certifications:
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - CPR, Physician Assistant (MS) - MS State Board of Medical Licensure, Physician Assistant - National - NCCPA