Physician Assistant NE - Surgical Hospitalist

Physician Assistant NE - Surgical HospitalistJob DescriptionThe Physician Assistant assesses, plans and provides patient care under the supervision of a physician. Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examinations, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Relies on education, experience, professional training and judgment to accomplish responsibilities. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Works under minimal supervision. May lead and direct the work of others within scope of practice.Responsibilities1.Patient Carea.Performs individual assessment rounds on all inpatients, MET patients and Emergency patients. Evaluates and collaborates with attending physician providing documentation of medical findings and plan of care.b.Provides routine Medical Management of inpatient care such as ordering diagnostic tests, labs, x-rays, nutrition, and medications as appropriate.c.Under the direction of the Attending Physician, conducts minor procedures as needed including insertion and removal of central venous catheters, chest tubes, indwelling venous and arterial catheters, venous punctures, arterial punctures, nasogastric tubes, bladder catheters, lumbar punctures, endotracheal intubations, PIC lines, and bedside ultrasonography.d.Adheres to mutually agreed upon Clinical Practice Guidelines and scope of practice with supervising physician.2.Partnership and Collaborationa.Participates in multidisciplinary rounds and communicates treatment plans to the physician, nursing staff and patient itiates appropriate emergency care in lieu of Attending Physician.4.Other Duties as Assigned or Askeda.Performs other duties as assigned or requested.QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant Medicine or Health SciencesPhysician Assistant License from Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners and Certification by a recognized national professional accrediting organization; Current BLS Certification; NCCPA-National Commission on Certification of Physician's Assistants,Job Identification 40437Job Category Clinical_CareLocations 8300 Constantin Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808, USJob Shift Variable shiftsJob Function Advanced Practice ProviderWorker Type EmployeeRegular or Temporary RegularRequisition Schedule Full-TimeHours of Schedule (e.g. M-F 8a-5p) variableDepartment Surgical Hospitalists-OLOLCH Surgical HospitalistsFMOLHS Company Code Our Lady of the Lake Physician Group LLC #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06