Physician Assistant - Campus Life at Emory University

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Team Collaboration, Diagnostic Data Interpretation, Patient Education, Wellness Promotion, Clinical Testing, Office Procedures, Evidence-Based Medicine, Electronic Medical Records, Primary Care, Urgent Care, Sexual Health, Stress Management, Cultural Inclusivity

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description Emory University Student Health Services (EUSHS) seeks a part time (0.8 FTE) Physician Assistant (PA) to provide outpatient primary care to undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Emory University has a strong commitment to delivering excellent medical care to an intelligent, passionate, and diverse student population. We encourage candidates to apply who will promote and enrich Emory’s academic and culturally inclusive environment within the context of supporting the academic success of our students. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: With physician supervision, the PA conducts patient interviews, performs physical exams, and interprets diagnostic data Performs basic office microscopy, clinical testing, and office procedures Collects and interprets diagnostic data to implement appropriate patient care plans Provides patient education, promotes wellness, and collaborates with other health care professionals in the care of students Works closely with MDs, RNs, LPNs, MAs, LCSWs, nutritionists and health educators as part of care team Engages in designated team meetings i.e., provider division meeting and morning huddles Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of evidence-based medicine, current trends, practices, and developments The PA must become competent and compliant with the electronic medical records, including timely and accurate charting, follow lab results and communicate with patients, and be compliant with all policies and procedures of EUSHS Daily in-person clinical schedule as well as coverage of Saturday morning clinics (when applicable, infrequently) and night/weekend on call phone triage (secondary call) both of which are in rotation with other Student Health Services providers Other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a nationally accredited Physician Assistant program Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in the state of Georgia PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Currently certified by the appropriate board (NCCPA). 3 – 5 years of direct patient care experience in areas of primary care, urgent care, and sexual/reproductive health. Superior communication and interpersonal skills especially under stressful situations experienced by young adults and their families; ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and departments in a complex and vibrant university and academic healthcare setting NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee. #LI-VJ1 Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

Responsibilities

The Physician Assistant conducts patient interviews, performs physical exams, and interprets diagnostic data under physician supervision. They also provide patient education, promote wellness, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals in the care of students.