Physician Assistant

Full Time or Part Time Opportunity with Flexible Hours! POSITION SUMMARY: The Physician Assistant provides primary care services to nursing center residents in collaboration with the physician. The Physician Assistant provides consultation and education to the center nursing staff regarding healthcare services. RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES: Utilizes the scientific process and national standards of care as a framework for managing patient care. This process includes: Assessment of health status Diagnosis Development and implementation of a treatment plan in accordance and collaboration with interdisciplinary care planning process Actively develops and implements advanced care planning on all residents Follow-up and evaluation of the patient status as necessary Completion of all necessary documentation regarding health care of customer in accordance with established policies and procedures and relevant State and Federal regulatory requirements Provides health education to patient's and families Demonstrates continued professional competence Recognizes the importance of continued learning through: i. participation in quality assurance review, including systematic review of records and treatment plans on a periodic basis ii. maintenance of current knowledge by attending continuing education programs iii. maintenance of certification in compliance with current state law iv. applying standardized care guidelines in clinical practice Participates in the development and implementation of nursing staff development programs Partners with center Director of Nursing and Staff Development Coordinator / Nurse Practice Educator to identify and meet clinical education priorities Serves as a clinical expert for nursing staff on all three shifts providing targeted clinical education when needed Participates in center-based quality initiatives Actively participates in polypharmacy, unplanned transfer, and other quality improvement initiatives Demonstrates quality care and service: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights Must be able to adhere to Coding and Billing Compliance Program, including timely submissions of billable charges. Comply with the GPS Time Off and On Call policies. Performs other duties as requested. PA03

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SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. The Physician Assistant must be a graduate from a program accredited by the ARC-PA and take the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE) to use the PA-C designation. PA state licensure required. 2. NCCPA certification required. 3. A minimum of two years experience working with adult or geriatric population desired. EEO/AA, M/F, Vet, Disabled For immediate consideration, please go to www.genesiscareers.jobs and follow instructions to create a job seeker profile. Once your profile is complete, please link it to this position. Also, email your CV/resume to terri.reed@genesishcc.com Check out what's happening at Genesis Physician Services - www.careerswithgps.com

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