Physician Assistant - Orthopedic / Neurosurgery
Company: Cheyenne Regional Medical Center
Location: Cheyenne
Posted on: September 18, 2023
Job Description:
ROLE SUMMARY Responsible for providing excellent quality care
for patients in accordance with Cheyenne Regional Medical
Centers/Groups standards and practices in hospital, clinic and
outreach clinic settings. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through
patient/family interviews and chart review; assesses presenting
illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation,
and cultural factors; and performs appropriate physical
examination.
- Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other
screening tests; seeks other information as needed, including
consultation with other providers and other disciplines, for
evaluation of illness.
- Develops and implements treatment plan by
prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance
with medical practice guidelines and state laws.
- Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments;
educate patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention;
recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family
needs; communicates appropriate case management information to
other professionals and community agencies.
- Prepares documentation for medical records including updating
patient medical chart by posting examination and test results,
diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized
manner.
- Participates in peer review, chart review, staff education,
clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and
quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with
standards, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term
medical needs of patient. Provide monitoring and continuity of care
between visits according to treatment plan including triaging
patient calls/e-mails.
- Participates in professional development activities and
maintains professional affiliations. The above statements are
intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed
by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required
of personnel so classified and employees may be required to perform
other duties as assigned. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of medical model and roles of physicians and
physician assistants. Familiar with anatomy, pharmacology,
pathophysiology, clinical medicine, and physical diagnosis
- Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking
medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status
including state of wellness, and compliance with care
recommendations
- Ability to diagnose and treat complex medical problems, analyze
data and develop a plan of care utilizing evidence based
medicine
- Skill in gathering and analyzing physiological, socioeconomic,
and emotional patient data
- Knowledge of health promotion, health risk identification, and
patient education principles and techniques
- Knowledge of community, professional, and educational
resources
- Skill in case management, time management, problem solving and
crisis intervention
- Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships
with patients, clinical staff, and the public
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication
skills MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Graduate of an approved Physician Assistant accredited
educational program - accredited by the Council of Medical
Education of the American Medical Association
- Licensed as a Physician's Assistant by the State of
Wyoming
- Current NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of
Physician Assistants)
- Maintain 100 hours of CME every two years
- Cheyenne Regional RQI within 14 calendar days of start
date
- Specialty certifications as required per department/clinic
- Controlled Substance Licensure from the Wyoming State Board of
Pharmacy
- Federal DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) licensure
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent
hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured
while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the
largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000
people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern
Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride
ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core
values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork
and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health. Our team makes a
difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise
through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.d approach with a personal
touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming
a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources
to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager
to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage
you to apply today! At Cheyenne Regional, you ll work on the front
lines of Wyoming healthcare as part of a strong, stable healthcare
organization one with big plans and a clear direction for growth.
That means big opportunities for individuals with the right
combination of skills, dedication and experience in evidence-based
practice. About Cheyenne Regional Cheyenne Regional offers a
comprehensive line of healthcare services, including Heart and
Vascular, Cancer, Orthopedics, Women and Children s Services,
Surgical, Trauma, Wound Management & Hyperbaric Medicine,
Rehabilitation, Transitional Care, Home Care, Hospice, Behavioral
Health, Medical Imaging and Lab Services. Why work at Cheyenne
Regional?
- 403(b) with 4% employer match
- ANCC Magnet Hospital
- 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Sponsored Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance program Taking a closer look at Cheyenne,
Wyoming
- Located just 90 minutes from Denver, Colorado
- Mid-sized city with a casual, comfortable lifestyle
- Several cultural attractions, including a symphony, an active
arts community, the nationally recognized Cheyenne Botanic Gardens,
farmers markets and the world s largest outdoor rodeo, Cheyenne
Frontier Days
- Excellent private and public schools; advanced placement
programs in high schools; community college with academic and
life-enhancement classes for all ages
- Large retail base, including national home improvement outlets,
department stores, specialty and restaurant chains
- Thirty-seven miles of walking/biking trails, four golf courses,
indoor tennis, indoor ice rink
- Nearby mountains offer year-round recreation, including skiing,
hiking, camping, biking, fishing, hunting, rock climbing and
more
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