Medical Matron

4 weeks ago


Sumter SC, United States Prisma Health Full time

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Job Summary
Works under the supervision of a physician to give quality treatment, referral and follow-up care in a medical or hospital setting.

Accountabilities
Performs health histories, physical exams, individual and group health education. - 20%
Orders diagnostic laboratory tests and radiological tests, including special testing such as CTs, MRIs, ultrasound, and contrast studies with physician approval. - 20%
Interprets physical findings, lab and x-ray results, makes diagnoses, and formulates and carries out treatment plan, prescribing medication in accordance to state licensing laws. - 20%
Refers cases to immediate supervising physician when patient conditions are complicated, exceed the Physician Assistant's limit of care or level of training. - 20%
Provides emergency care to prevent the loss of life, limb or eyesight. Institutes emergency procedures in accordance with level of training. - 10%
Supports clinic function by participating in policy development, operational improvement and the implementation of policies and improvements. - 10%

Minimum Qualifications
Education - Bachelor's degree in a Physician Assistant program approved by an accredited medical body such as CAHEA, American Medical Association or the Association of Medical College.
Experience - No previous experience required

Required Licensures
NCCPA certification and current Physician Assistant licensure in South Carolina
BLS

Other Required Skills/Knowledge
K nowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions/diseases/types of injuries; excellent communication skills.
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Certificate of Added Qualification in Emergency Medicine - NCCPA CAQ in EM - Preferred


Work Shift
Variable (United States of America)

Location
Tuomey

Facility
3135 Emergency Medicine

Department
31351000 Emergency Medicine-Practice Operations

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