Physician Assistant - Hospitalist

At Mount Nittany Health, we provide high-quality patient care with a unique combination of the latest in clinical technology and compassionate medical professionals. We are committed to improving both the quality and availability of healthcare in our region and seek to hire only the best to support the communities we serve.

Provide primary health care and perform selective medical services such as examinations, formulation of treatment plans and therapeutic procedures, in all clinical venues, under the direction of the physicians. Actively participates as a member of the healthcare team to engage patients, families, and caregivers in the coordination of patient care.

Essential Functions

• Interpret and integrate data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures needed.
• Develop and implement patient management plans, record progress notes and assist in provision of continuity of care.
• Order appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures such as x-rays, electrocardiograms and laboratory tests and interpret results for deviations from normal.
• Document patient information and care provided in the patient’s electronic health record.
• Using the Electronic Health Record, document and bill for services rendered.
• Provide instructions to the patient and family, if necessary, regarding medications and treatments.
• Perform a complete/symptom limited physical examination, record findings and establish presumptive diagnosis.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Obtain complete patient medical history and physical data, review records and assess patient heath status.
• Perform patient care by administering injections, immunizations and oral medications in compliance with applicable laws/guidelines and suturing wounds. Prepare written prescription orders for drugs and controlled substances.
• Advise patients regarding health and illness prevention and recommend community resources to meet patient and family needs if applicable.
• Analyze data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.

Performance Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations, procedures, prescribed medical standards and common safety hazards and precautions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of physician office procedures, medical terminology, ICD-10 and CPT coding guidelines.
• Knowledge of professional medical practice and care protocols, assessing patient health, administration of medications and delivering care following a treatment plan.
• Skill in gathering and analyzing patient data and interpreting findings. Skill in preparing and maintaining records utilizing computer software.
• Skill in applying and modifying principles, methods and techniques of medicine to provide on-going patient care.

Education

• Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid State of Pennsylvania Physician Assistant license. BLS certification required. Certain mid-level provider positions may require registration with the DEA for the authority to prescribe controlled substances.

Experience

• One year of medical care experience preferably as a Physician Assistant in a medical practice.

At Mount Nittany Health, we provide high-quality patient care with a unique combination of the latest in clinical technology and compassionate medical professionals. We are committed to improving both the quality and availability of healthcare in our region and seek to hire only the best to support the communities we serve.

Provide assistance in completing a variety of clerical, messenger and receptionist duties under the general supervision of the Unit Director/Manager, Clinical Coordinator, Clinical Supervisor or Charge Nurse.

Education

• High school graduate.

Experience

• Previous secretarial experience desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Relates to staff, physicians, patients/family, visitors, outside agency personnel.
• Maintains composure in dealing with a variety of personalities and a sometimes high pressure environment.
• Proficiency in spelling and accurate attention to details.
• Exhibits communication and verbal skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and computer skills desirable.

License/Certification/Registration

None required.