Physician Assistant

Description

Job title: Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Location: Regional Location

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Department: Provider/Clinical

Reports to:Physician/Partner/Practice Manager, ECPC Regional Pain Clinic

Job Supervisory Responsibilities:None

Job Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA-C) is a vital role to the pain clinic. The PA-C provides coverage to the pain clinic in partnership and collaboration with the on-site physician. Patient caseload includes but is not limited to patient follow ups, medication management, and additional treatment plans. The on-site physician will provide ongoing training and support of the latest in advanced diagnosis and treatment of chronic and acute pain.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Conduct routine patient follow-ups after the physician's initial procedure.
• Facilitate medication management.
• Recommend additional pain management therapy, procedures, or testing.
• Maintain continuity of care by scheduling patients for appropriate follow up visits.
• Delegate to clinical support staff.
• Respond to inquiries from physicians, management, and support staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education And Experience

• PA-C medical license in the state of NC, or in the process of obtaining.
• Valid DEA license, or in the process of obtaining.
• One year of pain management experience preferred, but not required.
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work collaboratively with a team of diverse individuals.
• Possess exceptional communication and writing skills.
  
  

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

• Work performed in an office environment.
• Involves frequent contact with patients, physicians, and medical office staff.
• Work may be stressful at times.
• Interaction with others is frequent and often disruptive.
• Requires long periods of standing and walking.
• Physical activity can be irregular and fast-paced, regularly.
• Must possess sufficient eye-hand coordination/manual dexterity to operate medical and office equipment
• Required normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate reports and evaluations
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds with no assistance
  
  

ECAA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or other legally protected status. This policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, as well as the use of the Company's facilities and participation in all activities sponsored by the Company.

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