What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant position at North Florida Surgeons, P.A.?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Physician Assistant to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in various medical disciplines - Orthopedics experience a plus, prior experience in spine even better, demonstrating proficiency in patient care, clinical assessments, and treatment protocols. This role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, and a commitment to providing high-quality healthcare services. Competitive salary and bonus.
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Physician Assistant to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in various medical disciplines - Orthopedics experience a plus, prior experience in spine even better, demonstrating proficiency in patient care, clinical assessments, and treatment protocols. This role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, and a commitment to providing high-quality healthcare services. Competitive salary and bonus.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and patient assessments to determine health status.
- Administer medications and injections as prescribed, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Perform diagnostic evaluations and interpret results to develop effective treatment plans.
- Manage acute pain and provide care in critical situations, including triage and emergency response.
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals in hospital settings.
- Document patient information accurately using EMR systems such as Epic, Cerner, and Athena.
- Participate in clinical research and trials, contributing to data collection and analysis.
- Provide education on health coaching, nutrition, and disease prevention to patients.
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations and NCQA standards in all patient interactions.
- Engage in outpatient, inpatient and surgical care.
Experience
Candidates should have experience or training in the following areas:
Candidates should have experience or training in the following areas:
- Orthopedics and/or spine experience with familiarity in surgical and ambulatory settings.
- Knowledge of ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10) and CPT coding for accurate medical documentation.
- Experience with outpatient and hospital services, and office clinical operations.
- Familiarity with management of chronic conditions of the back and neck.
- Background in orthopedics and/or spine, neuro, is preferred.
- Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy knowledge, physiology knowledge, and basic life support techniques. We welcome candidates who are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute their expertise within a collaborative healthcare environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Jacksonville, FL 32258 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Jacksonville, FL 32258: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person