What are the responsibilities and job description for the PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT - NEUROLOGY position at Independence Health System?
The Neurology Physician Assistant provides comprehensive neurologic care in both the inpatient and outpatient settings as part of a collaborative neurology team.
Schedule:
- Full-time
- Three (3) days per week in the outpatient neurology clinic
- Two (2) days per week providing inpatient neurology services
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with a wide range of neurological disorders in the outpatient clinic.
- Provide inpatient neurology consultations and follow-up care for hospitalized patients.
- Perform comprehensive neurological assessments, develop treatment plans, and monitor patient progress.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory studies and neuroimaging, in collaboration with the supervising neurologist.
- Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation services, and other multidisciplinary team members.
- Educate patients and families regarding neurological conditions, treatment options, medications, and disease management.
- Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently within the electronic medical record.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
This position offers a balanced practice with continuity of care through outpatient clinic management and acute inpatient neurological consultation, providing a diverse and rewarding clinical experience.