What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant position at Kouba Dermatology?
POSITION SUMMARY:
Educate and advise patients, diagnose and treat health problems, and provide general health care under the direction of Dr. David Kouba. This is a full-time position in our new office location in Van Wert County. The training for the role will take approximately 6 months and be done in our Defiance, OH office location. Training will take place 4 days per week, Monday-Thursday.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:
· Patient Evaluation and Diagnosis: Perform full body skin exams (FBSEs) and diagnose various skin conditions.
· Treatment Planning and Implementation: Develop treatment plans, prescribe medications, and administer treatments for skin conditions.
· Procedures: Perform biopsies (shave and punch), cryotherapy, and other minor surgical procedures.
· Patient Education: Educate patients on proper skincare, sun protection, and preventative measures.
· Documentation: Maintain accurate patient records and medical documentation.
· Collaboration: Work collaboratively with dermatologists and other healthcare professionals to provide the highest level of care to patients
Other Essential Duties May Include (but are not limited to):
· Other treatments and/or procedures after consulting with or under the supervision of the physician.
· Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Required:
- Active Physician Assistant License from the Ohio State Medical Board
- Knowledge of Physician Assistant theory, practice and medical care, medical equipment and instruments, and OSHA regulations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to analyze and determine solutions in order to best serve the patients.
- Consistently arrives at work, in professional attire, on time and completes all tasks within established time frame
- Current BLS certification required
Education:
- Active Physician Assistant licensure in the State of Ohio