Physician Assistant for Gastro Level II

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Job Summary

Summary<br>The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. May also perform additional duties, such as precepting a small group of learners. <br><br>Does this position require Patient Care?<br>Yes<br><br>Essential Functions<br>-Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting. <br>
-Performs complete histories and physical examinations. <br>
-Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests. <br>
-Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings. <br>
-Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures. <br>
-Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries. <br>
-Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population. <br>

 

Qualifications

Education
Master's Degree Physician Assistant required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Physician Assistant [State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience
2 years of experience as a PA required required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

 

Remote Type

Onsite

 

Work Location

10 Main Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

EEO Statement:

Mass General Brigham Medical Group Western Massachusetts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s