Physician Assistant, Urology Clinic

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Your job is more than a job.The Physician Assistant, Outpatient is responsible for providing medical care and treatment to patients.
Performs physical examinations and preventative health measures within the prescribed guidelines and instructions of the physician.GENERAL DUTIESPRACTICE: Obtains patient histories and performing physical examinations on patients.
Manages complaints involving interpretation of lab values and imaging with subsequent treatment or referral to staff physicians as needed.
Assists in satellite and private clinics as determined by staffing needs.
Orders or performs diagnostic procedures as delegated by the supervising physician.
Performs clinical duties and procedures as needed.
Develops and implements a treatment plan in accordance with written clinical practice guidelines and protocols set forth by the supervising physicians.
Documents and communicates pertinent findings to primary care physicians/referral sources.
Monitors the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions.
Makes appropriate referrals to tertiary professional services as determined by clinical findings (PT/OT/Medical subspecialties).
Offers counseling and education to meet patient needs.
Assists in surgical cases in the operating room as directed.
Performs suturing of simple wounds, managing wound care and suture removal, initial evaluation of inpatient plastic surgery consults, etc.
Assists with preoperative evaluation of surgical patients via performance of history and physical examinations and parental interviews.
Assists in preparation of surgical/procedural consent forms.CONSULTATION: Assists nursing and office staff with telephone triage and follow-up of referral patients.
Collaborates with other health care professionals, participates in committees, task forces and activities to improve patient care.
Serves as a role model, resource person to nursing and staff members.RESEARCH: Participates in research protocols approved by the hospital I.R.B.
via data collection, patient interviews and retrospective chart review.
Keeps abreast of current clinical research findings and integrates into education programs.
Evaluates the impact of programs upon patient care and medical practice.PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Promotes professional staff development through education and other activities that enhance the practice of medicine, nursing and education.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature and in-services.
Maintenance certification and licensure as delineated by state boards.EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONSCompletion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program (MS-PAS)LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSCurrent PA License in the State of Louisiana from the Louisiana State Board of Medical ExaminersCertification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart AssociationWORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America)LCMC Health is a community.
Our people make health happen.
While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way.
Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinaryTouroTouro, at the forefront of medical excellence within LCMC Health's incredible community of care, has been regionally recognized for 165 years as one of New Orleans' most enduring healthcare monuments.
It's where babies come from and New Orleanians are cared for.
Learn more about Touro and our Leapfrog "Grade A" Hospital Safety distinctionYour extrasDeliver healthcare with heart.
Give people a reason to smile.
Put a little love in your work.
Be honest and real, but with compassion.
Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective.
Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
Love what makes you, you - because we doYou are welcome here.
LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work.
This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.
LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.Simple things make the difference.
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Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information.
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To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background.
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To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed.
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To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.


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