PHYSICIAN ASST

• Obtains detailed history and performs physical examinations on assigned patients; assesses and treats acute/chronic medical problems and provides direct patient care to a specified patient population.

• Delivers patient care within the scope of approved privileges
• Obtains complete and accurate patient information in order to determine appropriate treatment plan
• Orders and/or administers appropriate medical tests
• Performs treatments quickly and efficiently while keeping patient informed
• Delivers care in a manner to ensure the patient's comfort during treatment
• Communicates effectively with patient and healthcare team
• Addresses health care issues appropriately according to established protocols
• Consistently and continually monitors the quality of care delivered
• Develops and implements outcome based, individualized and appropriate plans for patient care.

• Plans, manages and coordinates patient care
• Provides patient and family education and counseling either directly or by referral
• Intervenes and diffuses situations involving agitated and confused or emotional patients and/or family members
• Consults and coordinates with health care providers; works as a member of the team

• Provides assistance to the health care providers by answering questions or otherwise providing information regarding patient care
• Works in coordination with the health care providers and other team members to develop and appropriately implement treatment plans for patients
• Works with other members of the team to ensure a timely flow of patients
• Works in coordination with management to provide quality delivery of care

• Participates in fulfilling the mission, vision, goals and objectives of the organization
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment; reports defective or missing equipment and safety hazards
• Assists in disaster planning and related activities
• Completes chart reviews on a regular basis
• Ensure the Joint Commission and other regulatory standards are met as they apply to the department
• Abides by policies, procedures and bylaws
• Assist in various committee/meeting responsibilities for the department
• Communicates effectively

• Listens to patients concerns and addresses issues as appropriate
• Ensures that verbal and written orders are clear, concise, and ensures instructions are understood by listening and requesting feedback
• Writes patient notes legibly and clearly in order to provide adequate information for other health care providers
• Listens for clues that patient needs additional assistance in understanding the treatment plan or in carrying out treatment plan
• Adjusts communication style depeding on receiver of the message, for example, education level, etc.
• Collaborate with the patient, physician and other care team members as part of a team based approach to overall patient care.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

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