Physician Assistant - Inpatient - Per Diem - Adult Kidney Transplant - MRH at Memorial Healthcare System in Memorial Regional Hospital

Job description

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience. Summary: Functions as a health care provider in an inpatient setting providing evidence based care, including but not limited to, diagnostic, therapeutic and preventative health care under the general supervision of a physician. Responsibilities: Practices within a multidisciplinary healthcare team providing diagnostic, therapeutic and preventative healthcare management by performing a variety of medical or procedural tasks.Organizes and presents historical and physical data on daily rounds, together with evaluations and recommendations, to the healthcare team in such way as to permit him/her to clearly identify a medical problem and determine appropriate diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.Provides follow-up and health maintenance care to patients based upon accepted standards of care and best practice.Maintains complete and accurate records of contacts with patients whether in person, virtually or by telephone.Obtains complete medical history from patients and performs comprehensive and focused physical examinations appropriate for patient population.Executes diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as indicated.Instructs and counsels patients with respect to health promotion and/or health maintenance. Competencies: ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT PLAN OF CARE, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT SAFETY - NURSING, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR Education and Certification Requirements: Accredited Program: Physician Assistant (Required)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS), Physician Assistant License (PA LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL) Additional Job Information: Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: Five (5) years' experience required in the area of specialty as a PA. Other Information: **This job requires privileging and credentialing.**Employees who are hired/transfer/re-hired must meet certification requirements. Any movement requires meeting the credentials outlined in the job description. Master's degree in PA studies or Medical Sciences and NCCPA certification is preferred. ATLS is required for Trauma roles. ACLS or PALS may be required depending upon the area of practice.Additional Education Info: Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant training program. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: Bending and Stooping = 80% Climbing = 0% Keyboard Entry = 80% Kneeling = 60% Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80% Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0% Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0% Reaching = 80% Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0% Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80% Running = 0% Sitting = 80% Squatting = 60% Standing = 80% Walking = 80% Audible Speech = 80% Hearing Acuity = 80% Smelling Acuity = 0% Taste Discrimination = 0% Depth Perception = 80% Distinguish Color = 80% Seeing - Far = 80% Seeing - Near = 80% Bio hazardous Waste = 80% Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 80% Biological Hazards - Skin or