Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) Pediatric - Pediatrics Job at Suncoast Community Health Center, Dover, FL

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  • Suncoast Community Health Center
  • Dover, FL

Job Description

Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) Pediatric


POSITION TITLE: PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT CERTIFIED (PA-C) FLSA: EXEMPT REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: * Completion of a four-year accredited PA baccalaureate program including a year of clinical training, OR completion of a two-year accredited PA program (requires two years of undergraduate study) including one year of clinical training. * National accreditation based on certifying exams. Continued employment requires 100 hours of continuing medical education every two years and passing a re-certification examination every six years. * Florida State Licensure * CPR required * Bilingual (English/Spanish) helpful but not required. PRINCIPAL DUTIES: * Examines patient, takes medical history, records results, and makes preliminary diagnosis or decides on follow-up procedures. * Administers or orders diagnostic tests such as X-rays, electrocardiograms, and blood work, and interprets test results. * Performs therapeutic procedures, such as immunizations, injections, suturing and wound care, and managing infection. * Exercises professional judgment regarding consultation with supervising physicians concerning appropriate treatment. * Develops and implements patient care plans, instructs and counsels patients, and records progress. * Prescribes medications to the extent allowable by state guidelines and clinic regulations. * Provides general health education regarding matters such as proper diet, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance. * Assists physician, as required, for emergency treatment and more complex procedures. * Demonstrated competencies in dealing with all age groups including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. * Travels to all locations as needed and directed by the CMO * Other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: * None

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