Physician Assistant (Pediatrics) (PH1439 - Northwest)

Job description

The Physician Assistant provides quality, comprehensive out-patient primary health care services to the Center’s pediatric patients consulting with supervising physician and abiding by appropriate clinical protocols. Reports to the Director of Pediatrics regarding clinical issues and activities related to the delivery of pediatric medical care. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Examines, diagnoses, treats and/or refers pediatric patients assigned to physician’s panel, on an out-patient basis. Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions consulting with supervising physician. 2. Maintains a problem-oriented health record for each patient seen in accordance with the Center’s established Health Informatic Management policies and procedures to include providing appropriate and legible documentation. Completes thorough documentation of each patient’s visit in the electronic health record and ensures encounters are closed within 24 hours in accordance with the Center’s established Health Information Management policies and procedures 3. Assures continuity of care by providing medical services on a timely basis as per Cl...