APC - Cardiology

Job description

Job Summary: Kelsey-Seybold Clinic seeks a fulltime, energetic Physician’s Assistant (PA) needed for a busy Cardiology Practice. The PA will be supporting a particular Cardiologist on the north side of town. Primary Focus is centered on responsibilities within the hospital & outpatient clinic setting. In addition, other duties assigned may and can include clinic office evaluations, virtual visit assessments and office call reports. Qualified candidates must be available Monday – Friday between the hours of 8a-5p; call may be required in special circumstances. Key Functions: - Uses critical thinking to manage care of cardiac patients as directed by the physician in both the hospital and clinic settings - Performs and documents physical exams and interviews as well as the plan of care as decided by the physician - Discusses relevant findings with the physician. - Ensures appropriate medications and follow-up are ordered and scheduled. - Educates patients and their family about cardiac and medical issues, outcomes, the role of the caregiver, and medication management. Hospital Responsibilities: - Serve as physician extender in the hospital & outpatient clinic setting - Participate in...