Position Available: Full-Time Physician Assistant at Privia Assist Care Medical Center.
Welcome to Privia Assist Care Medical Center, where we are devoted to addressing life's most significant challenges, aiming to build a more robust, healthier, and resilient world. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our work, and we highly value inclusivity and diversity to foster an intellectually vibrant organization. This position is part of the Pain Management clinical department, encompassing various sub-specialties, all dedicated to achieving excellence in patient care and public service.
As you consider becoming a part of our team, we encourage you to delve into our Principles of Community, Clinical Strategic Plan, strategic vision for research and education, and our ongoing efforts to exceed expectations. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, promoting inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will be assessed without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories as outlined in our nondiscrimination policy.
Work Schedule:
Monday to Friday (8 hours a day)
Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, and other medical staff members
- Provide consultation services to other medical staff members regarding cases where pain management is needed
- Conduct physical examinations and diagnostic tests to determine the cause of pain in a patient’s body
- Educate patients about pain management methods, such as diet and exercise changes, stress reduction techniques, or the use of physical therapy devices
- Conduct research to identify new methods of pain management and new treatments for pain conditions
- Prescribe medication to treat pain conditions according to state regulations
- Provide postoperative care to surgical patients, including monitoring for complications, administering pain medication, and educating patients about their condition and treatment options
- Coordinate with other health care providers to ensure that patients receive appropriate treatment for their pain conditions
- Confer with physicians about possible alternatives to narcotic pain medications for patients who are at risk of addiction or overdose
Qualifications:
- Master's degree or Bachelor's in Physician Assistant
- Current state Physician Assistant license, valid and in good standing
- Nationally certified as a Physician Assistant with prescriptive authority
- Knowledge of medical terminology and pharmacology
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with a team, especially in stressful situations
- Ability to work well with a team
- Ability to maintain professionalism with patients and teammates
