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Physician Assistant - Ortho-Foot and Ankle - Columbia

Prisma Health
Columbia, SC, United States
Full-time

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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 South Carolina

Other Required Skills / Knowledge - Knowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions / diseases / types of injuries; excellent communication skills.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

Richland-14MP

Facility

3421 Orthopedics Foot and Ankle

Department

34211000 Orthopedics Foot and Ankle-Practice Operations

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