Owensboro Health
Physician Assistant - Emergency Providers Owensboro
Owensboro Health, Owensboro, Kentucky, us, 42302
SummaryJob Summary
Under the supervision of a physician provides direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services.Job Responsibilities
Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview, and examination.Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic procedures.Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.May be required to perform preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations, and care.Provides accurate and timely documentation of assessment and patient care plan.May coordinate the registration functions including collecting and entering demographic, insurance, employer information, and co-payments.May assist in operating room.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies required upon hire ORBachelor's degree or higher in related field required upon hireNo experience requiredPhysician Asst - Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in the state of Kentucky required upon hire ANDNCCPA - National Physician Assistant certification through National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants required upon hireSkills and Attributes
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.Works under minimal supervision.Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Physical Demands
Standing: FrequentlyWalking: FrequentlySitting: OccasionallyLifting 0-25 lbs: RarelyLifting 25-75 lbs: RarelyLifting over 75 lbs: RarelyCarrying 0-25 lbs: RarelyCarrying 25-75 lbs: RarelyCarrying over 75 lbs: RarelyPushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: FrequentlyPushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: OccasionallyPushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: OccasionallyClimbing: OccasionallyBending/Stooping: FrequentlyKneeling: OccasionallyCrouching/Crawling: OccasionallyReaching: FrequentlyTalking: FrequentlyHearing: FrequentlyRepetitive Foot/Leg Movements: RarelyRepetitive Hand/Arm Movements: FrequentlyKeyboard Data Entry: FrequentlyRunning: RarelyVision: Depth Perception: FrequentlyVision: Distinguish Color: FrequentlyVision: Seeing Far: FrequentlyVision: Seeing Near: FrequentlyOwensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
Under the supervision of a physician provides direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services.Job Responsibilities
Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview, and examination.Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic procedures.Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.May be required to perform preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations, and care.Provides accurate and timely documentation of assessment and patient care plan.May coordinate the registration functions including collecting and entering demographic, insurance, employer information, and co-payments.May assist in operating room.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies required upon hire ORBachelor's degree or higher in related field required upon hireNo experience requiredPhysician Asst - Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in the state of Kentucky required upon hire ANDNCCPA - National Physician Assistant certification through National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants required upon hireSkills and Attributes
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.Works under minimal supervision.Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Physical Demands
Standing: FrequentlyWalking: FrequentlySitting: OccasionallyLifting 0-25 lbs: RarelyLifting 25-75 lbs: RarelyLifting over 75 lbs: RarelyCarrying 0-25 lbs: RarelyCarrying 25-75 lbs: RarelyCarrying over 75 lbs: RarelyPushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: FrequentlyPushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: OccasionallyPushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: OccasionallyClimbing: OccasionallyBending/Stooping: FrequentlyKneeling: OccasionallyCrouching/Crawling: OccasionallyReaching: FrequentlyTalking: FrequentlyHearing: FrequentlyRepetitive Foot/Leg Movements: RarelyRepetitive Hand/Arm Movements: FrequentlyKeyboard Data Entry: FrequentlyRunning: RarelyVision: Depth Perception: FrequentlyVision: Distinguish Color: FrequentlyVision: Seeing Far: FrequentlyVision: Seeing Near: FrequentlyOwensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.