Suncoast Skin Solutions · 1 month ago
Physician Assistant - Sebring
Suncoast Skin Solutions Inc is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide direct, exceptional dermatological care to patients. The role involves conducting skin exams, establishing diagnoses and treatment plans, and performing minor surgical procedures, while also providing education and counseling to patients.
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Responsibilities
Carries out a review of patients’ medical history
Performs full body skin exams
Orders diagnostic tests, including blood tests and x-rays, sends biopsies out to pathology and interprets the results
Establishes diagnoses and treatment plans for patient’s skin state disease
Diagnoses and treatment of skin cancer
Provides treatment, including minor surgical procedures such as, biopsies, cryo-therapy, ED&C, excisions
Provides counseling and skin safety education to patients and their families
Prescribes needed medications to patients
Takes record of patients’ progress
Performs research for current treatment procedures so as to provide quality care to patients
Ability to provide expert clinical judgment and function independently
Possession of exceptional communication and interpersonal skills that enable effective collaboration with physicians, staff, community health workers, patients and their families
Ability to work with little or no supervision, and to take initiative in handling the responsibilities of the position
Ability to understand complex medical information and clearly communicate it to patients and their families, medical staff, and external customers, in written and spoken format
Completes MIPS requirements and clinical notes within 48hrs of a patient visit
Possession of conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to effectively manage conflict in work environment
Frequently takes part in community outreach programs to promote the practice and educate people in skin cancer prevention and healthy living
Demonstrates initiative and responsibility
Able to perform repetitive tasks without loss of focus
Adheres to ethical principles
Time Management
Adapts to change
Attends all team meetings and mandatory in-service training/education
Recognizes and respects cultural diversity
Adapts communication to individual’s ability to understand
Uses professional, pleasant telephone etiquette
Uses medical terminology appropriately
Treats all patients and co-workers with compassion, empathy, and mutual respect
Projects a professional manner and image
Consistent attendance and punctuality
Maintains confidentiality and documents accurately
Uses appropriate guidelines for releasing patient information
Practices within the scope of education, training, and personal capabilities
Conducts self in accordance with Suncoast’s Employee Handbook
Maintains awareness of federal and state health care legislation and regulations; OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA
Efficiency
Attention to details
Organized
Punctual
Takes initiative, proactive
Team Player
Honesty/Integrity
Flexible
Calm under pressure
“A Doer”, persistence
Problem solver, Strategic thinking, Creativity
Analytical skills
Clear and concise communication/Listening skills
Quick Learner, Intelligence
Follow through on commitments
Enthusiastic, Friendly, Positive attitude
Openness to advice and constructive criticism
Strong work ethic
Prolonged standing/walking
Occasional travel
Multitasking
Repetitive head, neck, hands wrists and arm motion/rotation
Extensive reading, writing, typing required
Lifting to 25lbs
Frequent use of office administrative, computer and medical equipment
Transferring and positioning patients
Qualification
Required
Possession of a bachelor's and master's degree, together with a certificate from completing an American Medical Association approved physician assistant program
Possession of active Florida medical license
Possession of state and federal Controlled Substance Registration
Some clinical experience in an area of specialty
Knowledgeable in computer programs, EMR systems, customer service, excellent verbal communication skills
Preferred
EMR systems: 1 year
Certified Nurse Practitioner
PA-C
Physician Assistant License
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance