Physician Assistant - Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda

Job Description

Job Title: Midlevel Provider - Physician Assistant Job Category: Professional Clinical Provider Location: Assigned office Travel Required: Occasional, as needed Position Type: Full Time

Job Description

Provide direct, exceptional dermatological care to patients Role and Responsibilities Clinical and Administrative Carries out a review of patients’ medical history Performs full body skin exams Orders diagnostic tests, including blood tests and x-rays, sends biopsies out to pathology and interprets the results Establishes diagnoses and treatment plans for patient’s skin state disease Diagnoses and treatment of skin cancer Provides treatment, including minor surgical procedures such as, biopsies, cryo-therapy, ED&C, excisions Provides counseling and skin safety education to patients and their families Prescribes needed medications to patients Takes record of patients’ progress Performs research for current treatment procedures so as to provide quality care to patients Ability to provide expert clinical judgment and function independently Possession of exceptional communication and interpersonal skills that enable effective collaboration with physicians, staff, community health workers, patients and their families Ability to work with little or no supervision, and to take initiative in handling the responsibilities of the position Ability to understand complex medical information and clearly communicate it to patients and their families, medical staff, and external customers, in written and spoken format Completes MIPS requirements and clinical notes within 48hrs of a patient visit Possession of conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to effectively manage conflict in work environment Frequently takes part in community outreach programs to promote the practice and educate people in skin cancer prevention and healthy living Professional Demonstrates initiative and responsibility Able to perform repetitive tasks without loss of focus Adheres to ethical principles Time Management Adapts to change Attends all team meetings and mandatory in-service training/education Communication Recognizes and respects cultural diversity Adapts communication to individual’s ability to understand Uses professional, pleasant telephone etiquette Uses medical terminology appropriately Treats all patients and co-workers with compassion, empathy, and mutual respect Projects a professional manner and image Consistent attendance and punctuality Legal Maintains confidentiality and documents accurately Uses appropriate guidelines for releasing patient information Practices within the scope of education, training, and personal capabilities Conducts self in accordance with Suncoast’s Employee Handbook. Maintains awareness of federal and state health care legislation and regulations; OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA Core Competencies Efficiency Attention to details Organized Punctual Takes initiative, proactive Team Player Honesty/Integrity Flexible Calm under pressure “A Doer”, persistence Problem solver, Strategic thinking, Creativity Analytical skills Clear and concise communication/Listening skills Quick Learner, Intelligence Follow through on commitments Enthusiastic, Friendly, Positive attitude Openness to advice and constructive criticism Strong work ethic Physical Demands Prolonged standing/walking Occasional travel Multitasking Repetitive head, neck, hands wrists and arm motion/rotation Extensive reading, writing, typing required Lifting to 25lbs Frequent use of office administrative, computer and medical equipment Transferring and positioning patients Qualifications and Education Requirements: Possession of a bachelor’s and master’s degree, together with a certificate from completing an American Medical Association approved physician assistant program Possession of active Florida medical license May possess a National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) issued certificate Possession of state and federal Controlled Substance Registration Some clinical experience in an area of specialty Knowledgeable in computer programs, EMR systems, customer service, excellent verbal communication skills Job Type: Full-time Salary: From $90,000.00 per year