Physician Assistant - Sacramento, California
Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000
** Overview: Nexus HR is looking for a Physician Assistant in the Sacramento, California area. The ideal Physician Assistant will promote and maintain patient health by providing medical services under the supervision of a physician.**
** Client-highlighted qualifications** - Has in-depth clinical expertise in pain management and as a Physician Assistant.
About the Job
Promotes and maintains patient health by providing medical services under the supervision of a physician.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories, physical exams, and diagnostic tests.
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses and conditions under the supervision of a licensed physician.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients and supervising physicians.
- Prescribe medications and therapies as appropriate, and monitor patients for adverse effects and drug interactions.
- Provide patient education on disease prevention, health promotion, and lifestyle modification.
- Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests, and make referrals to specialists as necessary.
- Administer vaccinations and immunizations.
- Assist in surgical procedures and provide post-operative care.
- Provide primary care services to patients of all ages, including children, adults, and older adults.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes and optimize healthcare delivery.
- Document patient care in electronic medical records and maintain accurate and up-to-date patient histories.
- Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team, including physicians, nurses, and support staff.
- Comply to ethical and legal standards of medical practice.
Qualifications :
- Fresh graduates are also welcome to apply
- Open to Nurse Practitioners with no experience in Pain Management
- Active DEA license without restrictions
- Must have a current California NP license
- Able to work in Sacramento, CA
- Experience with EMR and EHR platforms preferred
Benefits:
- Dental
- Vision
- Medical
- 401k
- Paid Leave
- Others