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Hospitalist Physician Assistant
Universal Health Services (UHS)Mcallen, TX, USjob_description.job_card.variable_days_ago
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job_description.job_card.job_descriptionInpatient medicine providers work in a hospital setting and manage patients by performing duties including patient rounding and hospital admissions and discharges. Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and healthcare needs. Prescribes, recommends and / or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved protocols / policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate Evaluates patient s response to healthcare provided and the effectiveness of care Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of health, illness / condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient s treatment plans and outcomes Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and / or expertise Provides consultation level services for conditions / problems related to the Provider s specialty and training May conduct hospital rounds, assist with admissions and discharges, and provide on-call support
McAllen Hospitalist Group is Seeking Physician Assistants (PA) to join our growing hospital medicine team.
7am- 7pm, 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off, 180 shifts a year.
- Competitive Compensation Package, Benefits and More!
- Spanish skills would also be a plus, but are not required.
South Texas Health System Clinics is an integrated system of care comprised of six hospitals, several freestanding emergency rooms, multiple physician practices and a broad variety of outpatient services.
Responsibilities
If you have interest in this position, please contact :
Samantha Barnett
In-house Physician Recruiter
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Physician Hospitalist • Mcallen, TX, US