Job Summary
The Physician Assistant (PA) reflects the mission, vision, and values of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and other regulatory and accreditation standards. The PA III typically works in a multidisciplinary setting including first assist, procedures (chest tube, line placement, etc.), and multiple inpatient units managing patient care which includes critical care, trauma, and surgery. A PA is a graduate with a master’s degree or certificate from an accredited physician assistant program at an accredited school or college. The PA functions as part of the multidisciplinary health team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to provide high-quality, cost-effective advanced care to patients. The PA is licensed by the Florida Board of Medicine and the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to perform medical services delegated by the supervising physician(s).
Required Qualifications
* Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
* Bachelor degree from accredited physician assistant training program.
Preferred Qualifications
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
* Demonstrated written & verbal communication and strong analytical skills.
* Ability to work independently and effectively with physicians and other allied health personnel in the hospital and/or office setting.
* Demonstrated clinical competency skills.
* Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology as it relates to health care practice and current prescription writing skills/DEA licensing.
* Demonstrated skills in documentation in medical records to substantiate accurate billing.
* Effective interaction skills to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.
* Effective leadership and strong interpersonal skills.
* Knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations.
* Knowledge of state, federal and local health care agencies and programs.
Mandatory Education
Bachelor Degree
Preferred Education
Masters Degree
Required License and Certifications
Physician Assistant
Preferred License and Certifications
ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
BLS: Basic Life Support
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