Children's National Medical Center
Physician Assistant, Orthopedics
Children's National Medical Center, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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The Physician Assistant practices within their scope of practice as appropriate in their jurisdictional area and in accordance with their organizational Medical Staff Bylaws. The provider is responsible for the management of care to patients including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, and the assessment, implementation, and evaluation of an appropriate plan of care. Provides leadership and consultation with their respective clinical area through participation in division/department initiatives and mentorship of others. Participates in division/departmental and organization-wide initiatives to represent advanced practice and leverage the role of the advanced practice provider.Qualifications
Minimum Education:Master's Degree Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program and eligibility for medical staff credentialing (Required).Minimum Work Experience:0 years of experience as a Physician Assistant (Required).Required Skills/Knowledge:Strong knowledge of clinical specialty and services. Demonstrates clinical leadership skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Required Licenses and Certifications:Physician Assistant national board certification and licensure in state(s) of clinical practice. (Required) And CDS and DEA in state(s) of clinical practice. BLS certified. (Required).Functional Accountabilities
ClinicalAssess, diagnose, monitor and promote clinical status of each patient utilizing evidence-based practice and medical knowledge.Develop appropriate plan of care.Write patient care orders, prescribe therapy, and provide necessary home care orders as needed.Identify significant changes in patient status using physical exam, lab values, diagnostic tests, and patient/family input.Differentiates between normal and abnormal findings.Perform procedures as needed after obtaining appropriate credentialing.Participate in and lead multidisciplinary patient care and planning conferences.Be a clinical resource for patients, parents, and the interdisciplinary team.Communicate and escalate clinical/administrative issues as appropriate.Collaborate with nursing, medicine, and other members of the healthcare team to regularly ensure quality patient care.AdministrativeServe as a clinical preceptor to APRN or PA students.Act as a clinical resource for staff in patient care issues.Provide formal/informal educational presentations to staff on areas of expertise.Participate in quality improvement work for the department.Organizational AccountabilitiesAnticipate and respond to customer needs; follow up until needs are met.Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior.Partner with all team members to achieve goals.Be receptive to others’ ideas and opinions.Contribute to a positive work environment.Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change.Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes.Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment.Use resources efficiently.Search for less costly ways of doing things.
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The Physician Assistant practices within their scope of practice as appropriate in their jurisdictional area and in accordance with their organizational Medical Staff Bylaws. The provider is responsible for the management of care to patients including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, and the assessment, implementation, and evaluation of an appropriate plan of care. Provides leadership and consultation with their respective clinical area through participation in division/department initiatives and mentorship of others. Participates in division/departmental and organization-wide initiatives to represent advanced practice and leverage the role of the advanced practice provider.Qualifications
Minimum Education:Master's Degree Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program and eligibility for medical staff credentialing (Required).Minimum Work Experience:0 years of experience as a Physician Assistant (Required).Required Skills/Knowledge:Strong knowledge of clinical specialty and services. Demonstrates clinical leadership skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Required Licenses and Certifications:Physician Assistant national board certification and licensure in state(s) of clinical practice. (Required) And CDS and DEA in state(s) of clinical practice. BLS certified. (Required).Functional Accountabilities
ClinicalAssess, diagnose, monitor and promote clinical status of each patient utilizing evidence-based practice and medical knowledge.Develop appropriate plan of care.Write patient care orders, prescribe therapy, and provide necessary home care orders as needed.Identify significant changes in patient status using physical exam, lab values, diagnostic tests, and patient/family input.Differentiates between normal and abnormal findings.Perform procedures as needed after obtaining appropriate credentialing.Participate in and lead multidisciplinary patient care and planning conferences.Be a clinical resource for patients, parents, and the interdisciplinary team.Communicate and escalate clinical/administrative issues as appropriate.Collaborate with nursing, medicine, and other members of the healthcare team to regularly ensure quality patient care.AdministrativeServe as a clinical preceptor to APRN or PA students.Act as a clinical resource for staff in patient care issues.Provide formal/informal educational presentations to staff on areas of expertise.Participate in quality improvement work for the department.Organizational AccountabilitiesAnticipate and respond to customer needs; follow up until needs are met.Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior.Partner with all team members to achieve goals.Be receptive to others’ ideas and opinions.Contribute to a positive work environment.Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change.Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes.Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment.Use resources efficiently.Search for less costly ways of doing things.
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