Physician Assistant – Breast Surgery Lead – PA-C

Physician Assistant – Breast Surgery Lead – PA-C

Requirements

• Active PA license(s) in state(s) of practice
• Active PA national board certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
• Active DEA registration prior to hire
• If Illinois practice: active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire
• Active BLS and/or ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical practice prior to or within 6 months of hire
• Master’s in Physician Assistant
• Leadership and Breast Surgery experience required

Responsibilities

• Assesses, diagnoses, and determines/alters treatment and management plans appropriate for age, acuity and clinical condition
• Manages conditions based on clinical indication, evidence-based care, cost effectiveness, and assessment of risks/benefits and alternatives
• Provides health promotion, disease prevention and disease management counseling and education of patients and families
• Manages patients as part of an interdisciplinary team and within scope of practice
• Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
• Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team and/or health or community agencies
• Performs office or hospital procedures in accordance with specialty practice, competency and granted privileges (where applicable)
• Participates in quality, safety, and peer review initiatives/performance activities, organizational and/or departmental meetings and committees, peer review, and workgroups as necessary
• Participates in education and/or onboarding of new team members, students, and other health care professionals
• Seeks experiences to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and advance the profession within and outside of the organization
• Maintains standards of productivity, access, face-to-face time, and quality metrics to ensure optimal, safe and timely patient care delivery

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency, and excellent decision-making skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving technology and proficiency with the electronic medical record
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to effectively collaborate with and establish/build relationships with others
• Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively