Piedmont Healthcare Inc.
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
The Physician Assistant will manage a busy neurosurgical practice by conducting patient examinations, assisting in the operating room, and developing comprehensive care plans. They are also responsible for pre-operative coordination and participating in a rotating call schedule.
Candidates must hold a Master's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited PA program and possess National Board Certification. A minimum of 1-2 years of neurosurgical or surgical experience is preferred.
Overview Piedmont Healthcare is recruiting for a Physician Assistant to join a very busy Neurosurgical practice on our Piedmont Atlanta campus. This position typically requires working two full clinic days, two surgery days and one administrative/pre-op day per week, in addition to call.
In this role you will: · Occasional assist in the OR as coverage is needed. · Take patient histories, conduct physical examinations and record data in patient’s medical record in ambulatory practice. Clinical responsibilities require thorough attention to detail. · Evaluate and treat patients to achieve optimal patient care. · Write progress notes; prepare patient work-ups and summaries noting pertinent positive and negative findings. · Develop plans of care that minimize complications and successfully troubleshoot problems when they arise. Apply preventative and alternative treatment strategies for possible procedural complications. · Complete pre-op appointments for all surgical patients, work with supervising physician to ensure all required labs, clearances and testing is satisfactorily complete well before surgery. · Manage first call on a rotating basis, typically one 3 day weekend in 6 and 2-4 additional weeknight call shifts per month
Piedmont Benefits: · Generous CME allowance · Competitive compensation · 401k with match · Quality, Service and Reputation
Preferred Qualifications: 1-2 years of Neurosurgical or surgical experience with a high degree of clinical judgment
Minimum Qualifications: Masters, Bachelors Degree from an Accredited PA program and National Board Certification Business
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