Physician Assistant

Obtain patient histories, perform physical examinations, and document findings in the patient’s medical record, including progress notes and narrative discharge summaries; prepare patient workups and summaries noting pertinent positive and negative findings.

Order and schedule laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures; educate patients on purpose, preparation, nature and anticipated outcomes of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Perform urgent-care level diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for medical and surgical conditions and prescribe necessary treatment and services including wound closure and dressings, splints and braces, prescription drugs, and instructions for rehabilitation plans. Medical case management and monitoring of the recovery process until discharge. Participate in departmental continuing education and administrative QI initiatives.

Review the work of clinical staff and assist with training and onboarding of new personnel. Participate in teaching allied health learners in the clinical setting.

Review medical literature and/or guidelines to support updates to EOH protocols and procedures; implement updates/changes in collaboration with faculty and team members.

• Education and Experience
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program required
• Current licensure as a PA or NP in the State of North Carolina required
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider strongly preferred
• Prior experience in occupational health preferred but not required Licensure and Certifications:

Current DEA & BLS licensure Current CPR/AED certification For PAs

National certification as PA-C

• Job Hours Monday-Friday, day shift, with flexibility to meet clinic needs.
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