PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT IV 2711- BREAST SURGERY PHYSICIANS OFFICE FULL TIME

Evaluates, examines, diagnose, and treats patients in collaboration with their supervising and or substitute supervising physician according to established guidelines and protocols. Maintains and promotes the well-being of the patient through preventative healthcare and guidance. May provide care in both the hospital and outpatient setting. May include weekends and shift work. Includes surgical first assist responsibilities.

• Regular, consistent, on-site, and timely attendance.
• Manages the physical and psychological problems of the patient.
  • Identifies normal and abnormal findings.
  • Implements an individualized plan of treatment, reassess and revises plan as needed.
  • Evaluates the physical and emotional responses to medications and treatments.
  • Prescribes immunizations per recommended schedules.
  • Seeks appropriate consultation.
• Communicates effectively with the physician and other healthcare providers to achieve desired outcomes and assure a continuous flow of patient care.
  • Initiates and maintains the Problem/Medication list at each encounter.
  • Complies with completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of documentation at each encounter.
  • Assesses the patient and facilitates consultation when indicated.
  • Directs patients to appropriate level of care and communicates all pertinent information.
  • Assists in identifying and utilizing resources and/or social agencies for further treatment or rehabilitation.
• Demonstrates Leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of the professional nurse.
  • Demonstrates an ability to solve problems independently utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.
  • Delegates patient care appropriately.
  • Maintains accountability for actions taken.
  • Effectively functions as a resource person.
  • Acts as a patient advocate.
  • Performs effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and /or students.
  • Assists in maintaining / decreasing organizational/department costs.
  • Completes all competency requirements annually.
• Provides for patient safety in compliance with hospital and physician practices policies.
  • Adheres to infection control processes, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.
  • Utilizes two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.
  • Practices all National Patient Safety Goals.
  • Uses LEAN principles.
• Assists in the department's compliance with all regulatory agencies.
  • Participates in continuous survey readiness for inspections and survey's.
  • Participates in the non-punitive medication reporting system.
  • Ensures accountability for narcotics per regulatory/organizational policies.
  • Participates in office fire, safety, utility, hazard, and disaster drills as required.

• Performs procedures, assists in surgery, and provides care to the surgical patient as per established guidelines.
  • Positions patients and assists surgeon in the operating room.
  • Preps and drapes the patient as per established guidelines.
  • Assists in surgery by performing tasks defined by the surgeon.
  • Assists and maintains sterile techniques through procedures.
  • Per supervising physician's direction performs skin closures as directed.
  • Monitors patients until clinically stable unless requested by the surgeon to perform other duties.
  • Performs suture removal, and dressing changes as per supervising physician's directions.
  • Be available for call from home to assist in emergency surgeries.
• Directs and provides appropriate Pre and Post-operative care.
  • Performs history and physicals as designated by the physician. Identifies normal and abnormal findings and reports to the physician in a timely manner.
  • Provides preoperative teaching to patients and or families.
  • Performs patient rounds ensuring accurate assessment, review of labs and diagnostic procedures, and reports overall progress to supervising physician.
  • Orders appropriate testing per established guidelines and as outlined by supervising physician.
  • Documentation supports a review of lab/diagnostic results, is reflective of all required history and physical assessment elements.
  • Communicates with supervising physician in a timely manner regarding changes in the patient's progress, status, or critical test results.
  • Prepares for and develops discharge planning in conjunction with supervising physician.
  • Dictates discharge summaries timely and appropriate.
  • Provides counseling and instruction to patients and or families as appropriate.
• Performs clinical responsibilities in a manner that maximizes patient care and outcomes.
  • Assumes appropriate code team role during emergency situations and responds effectively.
  • Facilitates timely treatment of abnormal labs or other relevant findings.
  • Develops workflow patterns to facilitate patient transfers or discharges.
  • Participates in outcome management and Press Ganey scores.
• In collaboration with the physician: Interviews, evaluates and assesses patients in the clinic setting. Provides recommendations for treatment.
  • Evaluates patient's current status providing recommendations for ongoing treatment. Assesses for alternate levels of care as necessary
  • Adjusts medication as indicated
  • Provides patient/family education regarding medication, rationale for use and possible side effects
• Collaborates with the supervising physician and or substitute supervising physician and members of the treatment team to achieve desired outcomes and to assure continuous flow of patient care.
  • Alerts the treatment team to any significant changes in the patient's status
  • Within prescribed time frames reviews treatment goals and objectives with patients making modifications as appropriate
  • Communicates pertinent information timely and efficiently to the supervising or substitute supervising physician
• Documents in the medical record.
  • Records patient's current mental status
  • Documents all screenings and assessments performed
  • Records medication changes, prescriptions written and samples provided
  • Documents patient's complaints, concerns and questions as appropriate
  • Documents any/all telephone contact with patients, families, pharmacists or physicians
  • Records beginning and end times of each session
  • Signs and dates all documentation
• Demonstrates leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of a professional physician assistant.
  • Demonstrates an ability to problem solve independently utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate
  • Maintains accountability for actions taken
  • Effectively functions as a resource person
  • Acts as a patient advocate
  • Performs effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hire/students
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care, customer service, or practice efficiencies.
  • Identifies initiatives to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction
  • Assists in chart review/audits as needed for performance improvement data collection
  • Supports initiatives implemented to improve patient outcomes and or efficiencies
• Provides for patient safety in compliance with hospital and or physician practice policies.
  • Adheres to infection control processes, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections
  • Utilizes two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care
  • Practices the National Patient Safety Goals

• Performs any and all other duties as assigned and appropriate.

• Graduate of accredited Nursing & Nurse Practitioner Program. Master's Degree in Nursing.

• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania
• Current Certification as CRNP. Current Certification for Prescriptive Authority with DEA license.
• PA Act 153 Clearances (Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system, Act 33-PA Child Abuse History obtained through the Department of Public Welfare, Act 73-FBI Fingerprint screening within 2 weeks of hire in order to meet 30 days of hire or transfer position requirement).
• BLS Certification
• Certified Midwife

• Related training/experience (preferably within the past five years)
• One-year medical/surgical experience

• none

These are job related enhancements that are preferred or would benefit the performance outcome of the job but are not essential or required for the job to exist.

• DNP; prior CRNP experience

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly.

Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.

Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly.

Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds or force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• Extreme Cold
• Extreme Heat
• Heights
• Confined Spaces-Cramped Quarters (Labeled)
• Extreme Noise (> 85 dB)
• Mechanical Hazards
• Use of Vibrating Tools
• Operates Vehicle
• Operates Heavy Equipment
• Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
• Rotates all shifts

• Head (hard hat)
• Hearing

• Solvents
• Paints (direct use of)
• Dust (Sanding)
• Ethylene Oxide
• Cytotoxic Drugs (Chemo)
• Mists
• Wax Stripper (direct use of)
• Radiation
• Ionizing Radiation
• Lasers

• Climbing Ladders

• 20 - 29 pounds
• 30 - 49 pounds
• 50 pounds
• > 50 pounds

• 20 - 29 pounds
• 30 - 49 pounds
• 50 pounds
• > 50 pounds

• 20 - 29 pounds
• 30 - 49 pounds
• 50 pounds
• > 50 pounds

• >12 hour shifts
• On Call
• Overtime (more than 8 hrs. /shift, 40 hours/week)

• Climbing Stairs
• Keyboard/Computer Operation

• Pulling or Pushing Objects Overhead
• Reaching Above Shoulder Level

• Latex (Rubber, erasers, balloons, gloves, rubber bands, etc.)

• Standing
• Use of Forceful Hand Grasp
• Fine Finger Manipulation
• Hand / Arm Coordination

• Seeing Near-with Acuity

• >8 hour shifts

• Eye
• Hands
• Feet, Toes
• Body

• Blood and Body Fluids

• Bending (Stooping)
• Sitting
• Walking

• Feeling (Sensation)
• Color Vision

• Respirator-Breathing Equipment

• Chemicals (direct use of)

• Kneeling
• Squatting (Crouching)
• Pushing / Pulling

• 10 - 19 pounds

• 10 - 19 pounds

• 10 - 19 pounds