Legend Health System Physician Assistant - Primary Care - Legend Health Westland Westland, MI · Full time

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The Physician Assistant will be highly skilled and experienced. In this position, you will provide direct patient care, performing physical examinations, ordering tests, determining a diagnosis, and developing a treatment plan for the patients. You will support the doctors’ work and actively facilitate patients’ recovery. You will apply medical techniques and principles under the direction of a physician and deal with a diverse set of patients offering them care and encouragement. As a physician Assistant, you will monitor your patient’s health during follow-up visits and adjust the treatment plan as necessary

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

·  Discuss symptoms with patients and perform a thorough examination 

·  Order x-rays and lab tests and analyze them for diagnosis 

· Treat minor injuries and illnesses 

·  Perform First Aid care and sutures 

·  Administer medications and immunizations 

·  Communicate with patients on appointment scheduling and treatment progress 

·  Keep thorough records of all patient examinations, diagnoses, and treatments  

· Issue appropriate prescriptions and administer medicine 

· Inform physicians about any problems or discrepancies that might arise 

· Acquire and review patient histories identifying abnormal conditions 

· Monitor patients’ progress and keep records of treatments, surgeries , or other medical events 

· Prepare patients for examinations and conduct routine procedures (measure blood pressure and temperature, administer injections, etc.) 

· Provide therapeutic treatments (disinfecting wounds, stitching etc.) 

· Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for the patients 

· Comply strictly with medical care regulations and safety standards 

·  Collaborate effectively with team members of various specializations

·  Perform other related duties, as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

· Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program 

· Must be PANCE (Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination) certified through the NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) 

· Must meet credentialing requirements including licensure, boards, and current DEA.

· Strong sense of compassion and personal ethics 

· Ability to work efficiently and independently 

· 1+ Proven work experience as a Physician Assistant or Nurse (preferred) 

· Knowledge of medical guidelines and procedures regarding examination, therapy, and recovery 

· Familiarity with advancements in medical technology and current know-how 

· Problem-solving skills and ability to multi-task 

· Team player with good communication skills 

· BSc/MA in Physician Assistant Studies, Health Science or Medical Science