Urban Recovery
Physician Assistant
Urban Recovery, New York, New York, United States, 10030
Description
We are seeking a passionate
Physician Assistant
to join our team! The Physician Assistant will be providing comprehensive evaluations and treating the adult substance use disorder. The Physician Assistant will
assess prospective patients for admissions, determine the appropriate level of care, and address any immediate ongoing health issues
that can be assisted at the residential, rehabilitation, or detox level of care.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Conduct evaluations
with relevant history, and health assessment based on the patient's signs & symptoms.Identify the needs of the patient and make a differential diagnosis based on the clinical presentation, history, and clinical findings.Conduct waived testing for urine, blood work, and glucose monitoring.Develop a prioritized and mutually acceptable plan of care
according to the written practice protocols in collaboration with the physician.Implement a treatment plan
that is prioritized and mutually acceptable with appropriate diagnostic tests, pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, patient education, and appropriate referrals as needed.Provide systematic follow-up by
evaluating the effectiveness of various treatments provided, therapeutic processes used, and their outcome,
and modifying treatments & management plans as necessary to achieve the optimum mental health goals.Provide educational materials & information needed to make well-informed choices and decisions by patients about their health promotion, illness prevention, and finally, illness treatment.Provide a safe environment for the patient, and promote patient advocacy at the individual, community, and global levels.Participate with other professional colleagues to provide comprehensive health care.Maintain accurate, legible, and confidential medical record
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degreeCurrent/valid New York State Physician Assistant (PA) licenseCurrently registered as a registered professional Physician Assistant in good standingDEA licenseHold all requirements indicated by the NY Department of Drug and Alcohol Program to perform history and physicals and prescribe medications.Current basic life support for health providers (BLS)Five (5) years of related work experience
SKILLS:Computer skillsStrong written and interpersonal communications skillsKnowledge of computer-based data management programs and information systems, as well as medical records and point-of-interview technologyAttention to detailDecision-making and problem-solving skills
We are seeking a passionate
Physician Assistant
to join our team! The Physician Assistant will be providing comprehensive evaluations and treating the adult substance use disorder. The Physician Assistant will
assess prospective patients for admissions, determine the appropriate level of care, and address any immediate ongoing health issues
that can be assisted at the residential, rehabilitation, or detox level of care.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Conduct evaluations
with relevant history, and health assessment based on the patient's signs & symptoms.Identify the needs of the patient and make a differential diagnosis based on the clinical presentation, history, and clinical findings.Conduct waived testing for urine, blood work, and glucose monitoring.Develop a prioritized and mutually acceptable plan of care
according to the written practice protocols in collaboration with the physician.Implement a treatment plan
that is prioritized and mutually acceptable with appropriate diagnostic tests, pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, patient education, and appropriate referrals as needed.Provide systematic follow-up by
evaluating the effectiveness of various treatments provided, therapeutic processes used, and their outcome,
and modifying treatments & management plans as necessary to achieve the optimum mental health goals.Provide educational materials & information needed to make well-informed choices and decisions by patients about their health promotion, illness prevention, and finally, illness treatment.Provide a safe environment for the patient, and promote patient advocacy at the individual, community, and global levels.Participate with other professional colleagues to provide comprehensive health care.Maintain accurate, legible, and confidential medical record
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degreeCurrent/valid New York State Physician Assistant (PA) licenseCurrently registered as a registered professional Physician Assistant in good standingDEA licenseHold all requirements indicated by the NY Department of Drug and Alcohol Program to perform history and physicals and prescribe medications.Current basic life support for health providers (BLS)Five (5) years of related work experience
SKILLS:Computer skillsStrong written and interpersonal communications skillsKnowledge of computer-based data management programs and information systems, as well as medical records and point-of-interview technologyAttention to detailDecision-making and problem-solving skills