Physician Assistant - Part Time - Dr. Puri - Blakeney

Primary Objective  

Assess plans and provides patient care under the supervision of a physician to ensure quality care to the patients and support for the physicians by providing medical treatment and medical care services to patients by performing duties within the scope of the policy and procedures defined by CEENTA. The ACP will perform medical acts under an agreement with a Primary Supervising Physician, and in some instances, additional Alternate Supervising Physicians, for supervision, collaboration, consultation, and evaluation of the medical acts performed. When the primary supervising physician is not available, a back-up supervising physician will be available, specifically a physician member of CEENTA. 

Essential Functions  

• Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examinations, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination and creates encounter documentation within electronic medical record according to the policies and procedures of Charlotte Eye Ear Nose and Throat Associates 

• Performs general examinations and consults for patients in the surrounding hospital systems 

• Consults with physicians on patient problems and interpretation of policies to ensure patient needs are met 

• Diagnose and treat illnesses and patient injuries 

• Orders and interprets laboratory and radiographic studies 

• Prescribes medication as needed 

• Educate and counsel patients regarding healthcare needs 

• Performs minor surgical procedures 

• Conducts allergy consultations and research and drug studies 

• Facilitates patient referrals to the appropriate physician for care 

• Provides weekend and holiday triage call 

• Assist with on-boarding and training of new staff 

• Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the position 

• The ability to work on-site 

• Predictable, reliable, and prompt attendance 

Skills and Abilities  

Ability to follow procedures and processes in accordance with CEENTA standards. Network computer software applications, practice management software, and applicable electronic medical record software. Must maintain proficiency in machines utilized to perform duties. 

Core Competencies 

• Patient Focus 

• Empathy 

• Attention to Detail 

• Multi-Tasking & Adaptability 

• Critical Thinking 

Clinical Competencies  

• Comprehensive patient diagnosis & treatment planning 

• Ability to perform necessary medical procedures or tests 

• Critical analysis of new information and research findings relevant to the ACP’s scope of practice 

Training Period 

The ACP functions under the supervision of a primary or back up physician, who will be immediately available for consultation by direct communication or telecommunication. The ACP may also function under the direction of non-medical personnel, i.e., administration, while performing non-medical acts. Documentation of supervisory review requirements are as follows: 

• Appropriate review and appropriate countersigning of notation of medial acts as designated by the primary or back-up supervising physician within seven days of patient contact or as required by hospital medical staff bylaws. 

• Entries by an ACP into patient charts of Inpatient Patients (hospitals) must comply with rules and regulations of the institution. 

• During the first six months of the initial collaborative practice agreement, there shall be meetings with the primary supervising physician at least monthly for a total of six months. These meetings shall be documented and signed by both the ACP and the supervising physician and will include information concerning: 

• Clinical issues discussed and actions taken; 

• Be signed and dated by those who attended; and 

• Be available for review by member or agents of either Board for the previous five calendar years and be retained by both the ACP and the primary supervising physician.