Job Description –PA-C /NP

This job description defines the responsibilities of the Physician Assistant but it should be understood that it is not all inclusive and is subject to change.

POSITION PURPOSE – NATURE AND SCOPE

The Physician Assistant provides clinical services within the scope of practice of a Physician Assistant, adheres to all evaluation, treatment, procedure, and medication guidelines as directed by clinic policies and state or federal law; conducts self in a profession manner, strictly following confidentiality policies and working cooperatively and supportively with other staff; follows all clinic policies including but not limited to those in the personnel manual and clinic policies and procedures manual and person contract.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

• Performs Clinical health care services as per scope of Physician Assistant and outlined per personal contract.
• Collaborates with physician on patient care per clinic mid-level oversight and chart review policies.
• Arranges and coordinates referrals and consultations for patients.
• Prescribes and dispenses required medication in appropriate fashion.
• Explains the nature of the diagnosis, the consequences if not treated, and the side effects of any prescribed or recommended treatment.
• Coordinates appropriate patient education.
• Shares in the duties of the orthopedic clinic as per clinic policy.
• Directs appropriate staff to schedule patients for follow up appointments.
• Is supportive and professional with all clinic staff.
• Participates in quality control protocols and chart reviews.
• Learns and utilizes clinic billing process appropriately and participates in needed Medicare compliance reviews.
• Documents patient encounters in writing or dictation in a timely fashion, usually within 24 hours.
• Cooperates with clinic insurance carriers as requested in matters related to risk management and malpractice risk reduction.
• Participates in the continuing education programs to maintain legally required contact hours for PA license.
• Keeps clear documentation of continuing education hours.
• Participates in the establishment, evaluation and revision of clinic and practice policies.
• Works toward established objectives of the organization.
• Attends all appropriate meetings including but not limited to: Quality Improvement,   physicians/mid-level educational meetings, designated mid-level provider meetings, All staff meetings and others as requested by the clinic management.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or equivalent

Post-Secondary education as required for PA licensure

EXPERIENCE

Prefer one year experience in direct patient care.

REQUIREMENTS

Current Washington State PA license

Current DEA license

Current CPR certification

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to work with minimal supervision and demonstrates good clinical judgment.

Ability to be a team player and willingness to comply with all clinic policies and procedures.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; delegate and coordinate through leadership skills.

Ability to communicate with people of diverse backgrounds and educational levels; i.e. patients, families, employees, physicians, etc.

Ability to use electronic medical records system, (Cerner) efficiently and accurately.