BARROW BRAIN AND SPINE

JOB DESCRIPTION

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT- INTERVENTIONAL SPINE

JOB TITLE: PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

REPORTS TO: Supervising Physician

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY: The Physician Assistant (PA) will work with our Interventional Spine Physician to evaluate & develop treatment plans for patients suffering from acute and/or chronic spine and joint pain and dysfunction. Our PAs exercise autonomy in medical decision making and provide a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Examines patients, obtains medical histories, and assesses health status.
• Assesses patient health status, including state of wellness and compliance with care plans.
• Provides chronic patient care, including taking histories, performing physical examinations, monitoring therapies, and prescribing medications.
• Triages patient calls and evaluates patient problems.
• Evaluate and assess patients independently under physician supervision and order interventional procedures as indicated.
• Documents patient information and care provided in the patient record.
• Educates patients and families as appropriate. Provides continuity of care.
• Monitors therapies and provides continuity of care.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Other duties and assignments as necessary.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of acute and chronic care protocols, administration of medication, delivering physical care following treatment plan.
• Knowledge of health promotion principles and techniques and patient learning measurements.
• Skill in gathering and analyzing physiological, socioeconomic and emotional patient data.
• Knowledge of diagnosing and treating medical problems and developing care plans.
• Proficient in EMR (Centricity) to document notes, orders, prescriptions, etc.
• Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status including state of wellness, and compliance with care recommendations.
• Demonstrate professionalism by appropriate attire, attendance, attitude, and behavior within the clinical setting.
• Contribute to the team effort by supporting all team members and maintaining an open and positive attitude.

• Excellent oral, written & telephone communication, along with tact, diplomacy, and a strong customer service orientation.

• Prioritizes work activities and accepts multiple job duties.

• Maintains effective working relationships with physicians, administration, and other staff members.
• Maintains privacy, confidentiality, and security of patient, client, staff, and organizational data.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Prolonged sitting, standing, some bending, stooping, stretching and/or walking.
• Normal range of hearing and vision to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate reports and records.
• Occasional stress from dealing with multiple tasks and anxious patients.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed in a medical office and exam room settings.
• Procedure room settings.
• Frequent contact with a variety of people/patients.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree and completion of an accredited physician assistant (PA) program.
• A valid unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Arizona, with no pending disciplinary actions or restrictions is required.
• DEA and CPR (BLS and ACLS) certification required upon hire.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a physician assistant in a clinic or hospital.