Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTIONJob Title: Physician AssistantReports To: Director of Ancillary ServicesClassification: ExemptExposure Determination: ExposedPosition Summary:Are you a compassionate and skilled healthcare professional with a passion for helping patients manage chronic and acute pain? Our Pain Management Clinic is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join our team. In this role, you'll deliver high-quality, patient-centered care tailored to individuals experiencing pain, working closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement personalized treatment plans that improve patients' quality of life.Essential Job Functions:

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments, including medical history review, physical examinations, and interpretation of diagnostic tests.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, evidence-based practices, and clinical guidelines.
• Prescribe medications, treatments, and therapies within scope of practice and in accordance with state regulations.
• Perform minor procedures and interventions, such as wound care, suturing, and administering injections.
• Provide patient education on health promotion, disease prevention, medication management, and self-care strategies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to coordinate patient care, facilitate referrals, and ensure continuity of care.
• Document patient encounters accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records, adhering to regulatory and organizational standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, research projects, and professional development activities to enhance clinical practice and patient outcomes.
• Maintain current knowledge of advances in nursing practice, pharmacology, and healthcare technology through ongoing education and training.

• Current Physician Assistant license in Kansas, or eligibility for licensure.
• Graduation from a nationally accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team.Strong commitment to patient advocacy, quality healthcare, and effective communication.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification.

• Previous medical office experience
• Clinical computer application experience and/ or training

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