Prisma Health·Richland County, South Carolina
The Physician Assistant will perform health histories, physical exams, and provide emergency care in a surgical specialty or trauma emergency department setting. They will also order diagnostic tests, interpret results, and formulate treatment plans under physician supervision.
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Job Summary Works under the supervision of a physician to give quality treatment, referral and follow-up care in a surgical specialty or trauma emergency department setting.
Accountabilities Performs health histories, physical exams, individual and group health education. - 20% Orders diagnostic laboratory tests and radiological tests, including special testing such as CTs, MRIs, ultrasound, and contrast studies with physician approval. - 20% Interprets physical findings, lab and x-ray results, makes diagnoses, and formulates and carries out treatment plan, prescribing medication in accordance to state licensing laws. - 20% Refers cases to immediate supervising physician when patient conditions are complicated, exceed the Physician Assistant’s limit of care or level of training. - 20% Provides emergency care to prevent the loss of life, limb or eyesight.
Institutes emergency procedures in accordance with level of training. - 10% Supports clinic function by participating in policy development, operational improvement and the implementation of policies and improvements. - 10%
Education - Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant program approved by an accredited medical body such as CAHEA, American Medical Association or the Association of Medical College. Experience - No previous experience required Other Required Skills/Experience - Knowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions/diseases/types of injuries; excellent communication skills. Work Shift Variable (United States of America) Location Richland Facility 2237 Emergency Medicine Department 22371000 Emergency Medicine-Practice Operations Share your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a Physician Assistant program approved by an accredited medical body. No previous experience is required, but knowledge of medical conditions and excellent communication skills are essential.
Market context
Physician openings in South Carolina are often shaped by steady demand across hospitals, outpatient practices, and specialty care settings, especially where patient access and continuity of care are priorities. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for strong clinical training, state licensure, and experience that fits the care setting; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the original posting for exact credentials and duties before applying.
