Physician's Assistant PA-C

Job description

Busy plastic surgeon's office looking for a full time Physician's Assistant to assist in all aspects of patient care. You will apply medical techniques and principles during and after surgery under the direction of a physician and you will deal with a diverse set of patients offering them care and encouragement. You will also be exposed to the aesthetic injectable side of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-op consultations, going over medical history, preop clearance testing
• Go over pre and post op instructions with the patient.
• Assist during surgery
• Issue appropriate prescriptions and administer medicine
• Inform physicians about any problems or discrepancies that might arise
• Monitor patients’ progress and keep records of treatments, surgeries or other medical events
• Prepare patients for examinations and conduct routine procedures (measure blood pressure and temperature, administer injections etc)
• Provide therapeutic treatments (disinfecting wounds, stitching etc.)
• Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for the patients
• Comply strictly with medical care regulations and safety standards
• Collaborate effectively with team members of various specializations

Skills

• Work experience as a physician assistant in a surgical setting or a keen interest in surgery
• Knowledge of medical guidelines and procedures regarding examination, therapy and recovery
• Suture experience a plus
• Familiarity with advancements in medical technology and current know-how
• Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task
• Caring and compassionate
• Team player with good communication skills
• Masters in Physician Assistant Studies

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $120,000.00 to $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Medical-Surgical
• Surgery

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• surgery: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Physician Assistant License (Required)

Work Location: In person