NP, Nurse Practitioner/Pa, Physician Assistant-Primary School Based at Christus Health summary:
The Physician Assistant (PA) provides primary care to children and adolescents in a school-based health setting under supervision. Responsible for patient treatment, maintaining health records, and coordinating referrals, the PA ensures care adherence to health center protocols. This role requires a Master’s degree in a medical field, current licensure as a Physician Assistant, and strong communication skills.
DescriptionSummary:
Under the supervision of the School Based Health Services Director, the Physician's Assistant has the responsibility and accountability for providing primary care to clinic patients as allowed under the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act. Practice will remain within the scope delineated by education/training. The PA provides care and treatment, including routine care to adolescents and children, in accordance with health center policies and protocols. The PA is responsible for participating in development, execution of and periodic review of the written policies governing the services which the health center provides. The PA, in conjunction with the Medical Director, participates in the periodic review of the patient’s health records under his/her care. The PA arranges for or refers patients to needed services that cannot be provided at the health center. The PA assures that adequate patient health records are maintained and transferred as required when patients are referred to other providers. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. It is expected that the associate demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The associate shall support the CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini’s strategic plan and the goals and direction of their Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in medical field of studies.
- One-year recent experience preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills English required, bilingual (English/Spanish; English/French) is preferred.
- Current licensure as a Physician Assistant by the state Board of Medical Examiners.
- Current CPR Certification required.
- Current ACLS Certification required.
Work Schedule:
5 Days-8 Hours
Work Type:
Full Time
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Keywords:
Physician Assistant, primary care, school health services, children and adolescents care, medical professional, health records, medical referrals, healthcare provider, patient treatment, medical licensure