Physician Assistant FT Days

DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital in Oakland County is committed to outstanding customer service and medical care. This hospital features the Harris Birthing Center with all private birthing suites, the Charach Cancer Treatment Center (affiliated with the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Center), cardiac services, and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient diagnostic care. For emergency services, obstetrics and ambulatory surgery, Huron Valley-Sinai consistently ranks among the top hospitals in the nation.

Job Summary

Under the limited direction of the attending physician or designee, obtains and records patient medical history; performs physical examinations; orders, evaluates and monitors medical and laboratory diagnostic tests and treatment plans. Performs routine invasive procedures; performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Educates and counsels patient and family members on condition, desired results of treatment plans, expectations during illness and recovery, and other related areas. Participates in the management of patient's care, determining need for consultation to ensure the continuity and quality of care.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Preliminary history and physical exam

2. Daily patient visits for routine follow-up

3. Initial nursing and/or medical diagnoses for acute and chronic health care problems to be accompanied by physician consult

4. Ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic tests

5. Prescribing treatments, including medications, within the scope of delegated prescriptive authority.

6. Medication reconciliation

7. Preparation of preliminary discharge summary

COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

Supports the standards set forth in the DMC's Code of Conduct by creating an atmosphere of commitment to legal and ethical standards, and as directed, implementing external and internal audit recommendations. Monitors activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations JCAHO requirements, and DMC policies and procedures.

* The essential functions of this job include but are not limited to those marked with an asterisk.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited program for Physician Assistants, or the equivalent combination of education and experience, including approximately one year (2000 hours) of clinical internship.

2. Certification from the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants, preferred.

3. License as a Physician Assistant by the state of Michigan.

4. Following successful selection/placement into the job, six to twelve months on the job training to perform specialty procedures and responsibilities.

5. Eligible to secure a DEA license upon hire as required by the particular position assignment at the Detroit Medical Center.

6. Eligible for approval of privileges to practice within the Detroit Medical Center as an Allied Health Professional through the Detroit Medical Center Medical Staff Organization.

Skills Required

1. Analytical ability to monitor data, develop treatment plans and prescribe medications.

Independent judgment to monitor and respond to changes in patient conditions.

2. Interpersonal skill necessary to effectively communicate with patient, family members, medical staff and nursing personnel.

3. Leadership skills including demonstrated willingness to pursue leadership roles with increasing levels of accountability, comfort with decision-making responsibilities, coaching, teaching and counseling skills, and the ability to inspire and build confidence in others and to forge alliances and garner support.

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