Trident Pain Center · 1 day ago
Physician Assistant
West Columbia, South Carolina
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$90K/yr - $140K/yr
2+ years expTrident Pain Management clinic is looking to hire a Physician Assistant in their West Columbia location, and is willing to travel to other SC locations as needed. The role involves providing primary patient care under the direction of a physician, performing physical examinations, and documenting patient medical data.
Health CareOutpatient CarePsychologyTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Obtains patients’ medical histories and performs physical examinations; documents all findings/information
Orders, reads, and evaluates laboratory reports and radiology studies
Performs therapeutic procedures as allowed within scope of practice including but not limited to immunizations, wound care, and injections
Charts all patient transactions in accordance with policies and procedures; writes orders and records progress notes that will be reviewed and countersigned by supervising physician
Communicates and works with medical staff to ensure coordinated efforts for the provision of high quality medical treatment and patient service
Assists management in identifying, analyzing, and resolving work problems
Evaluates the effectiveness of existing clinical methods and procedures and suggests improvements
Performs daily rounds as required and documents patient care orders
Prepares timely, legible, and complete documentation of all patient care as provided by law, regulation, and established policy
Participates in quality improvement and utilization review activities
Participates in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices
Applies safety principles as identified by established policy
Ensures compliance with legal issues including but not limited to patient confidentiality and risk management; ensures compliance with JCAHO, federal, state, and local regulations
Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals
Adjusts to fluctuating peaks in patient flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality
Performs other related duties as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
Graduate of an accredited physician assistant program and licensed by state medical board
Current DEA license
Current BLS/ACLS license
Two to four years related experience or equivalent
Pain management experience required
Possesses the visual, auditory, verbal, and olfactory processes required to assess, monitor, and care for patients
Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and protocols
Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergencies
Able to work collaboratively with multiple health professionals in a busy and complex environment using tact, diplomacy, and discipline
Strong charting/documentation skills
Commitment to excellence and high standards
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to manage priorities and workflow
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
Acute attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds
Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
Preferred
Bilingual skills a plus
Benefits
401(K)
401(K) Match
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Group and Voluntary Life
Disability Insurance
PTO
Company
Trident Pain Center
Trident Pain Center offers treatment for acute and chronic pain.
Founded in 2002North Charleston, South Carolina, USA
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase