Job Summary
Under the supervision of a physician provides direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services. Job Responsibilities
- Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview, and examination.
- Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic procedures.
- Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.
- Provides counseling and education of patients and their families / caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.
- May be required to perform preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations, and care.
- Provides accurate and timely documentation of assessment and patient care plan.
- May coordinate the registration functions including collecting and entering demographic, insurance, employer information, and co-payments.
- May assist in operating room.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies required upon hire OR
- Bachelor's degree or higher in related field required upon hire
- No experience required
- Physician Asst - Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND
- NCCPA - National Physician Assistant certification through National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants required upon hire
Skills and Attributes
- Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
- Works under minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Physical Demands
- Standing : Frequently
- Walking : Frequently
- Sitting : Occasionally
- Lifting 0-25 lbs : Rarely
- Lifting 25-75 lbs : Rarely
- Lifting over 75 lbs : Rarely
- Carrying 0-25 lbs : Rarely
- Carrying 25-75 lbs : Rarely
- Carrying over 75 lbs : Rarely
- Pushing / Pulling 0-25 lbs : Frequently
- Pushing / Pulling 25-75 lbs : Occasionally
- Pushing / Pulling over 75 lbs : Occasionally
- Climbing : Occasionally
- Bending / Stooping : Frequently
- Kneeling : Occasionally
- Crouching / Crawling : Occasionally
- Reaching : Frequently
- Talking : Frequently
- Hearing : Frequently
- Repetitive Foot / Leg Movements : Rarely
- Repetitive Hand / Arm Movements : Frequently
- Keyboard Data Entry : Frequently
- Running : Rarely
- Vision : Depth Perception : Frequently
- Vision : Distinguish Color : Frequently
- Vision : Seeing Far : Frequently
- Vision : Seeing Near : Frequently
Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
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