Looking For Full Time Dermatology Physician Assistant in Duke Health Care Services

We are searching for a Physician Assistant who is motivated to work in Duke Health Care Services.

In this position, you will practice in an advanced role to provide developmentally-appropriate and age-appropriate health maintenance for population focused specialty. The physician assistant (PA) works under a delineation of clinical privileges and works collaboratively with other members of the health care team, including the attending physicians, resident physicians and fellow physicians to provide comprehensive patient care. Practicing under established guidelines and clinical protocols, the PA assumes independent and interdependent responsibilities in the assessment, diagnosis and initiation of treatment and procedures. Job duties are performed in a manner that is appropriate for the ages of patients served. The PA is responsible for education, research, consultation and evaluation of clinical practice at various levels.

Responsibilities:

• Daily utilizes advanced practice knowledge and skills to systematically collect and evaluate health assessment data, and to manage a caseload of patients
• Administers or provides medications as delegated by authorizing physician
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests
• Consistently demonstrates effective communication skills and works to eliminate communication barriers
• Provides the full spectrum of health care services to include health promotion, disease prevention, health protection, anticipatory guidance, counseling and disease management
• Consistently serves as an educational resource for the patient and family, community, and other health care professionals
• Consistently applies new knowledge relevant to population specific clinical practice
• Demonstrates current professional, managerial, and/or technical knowledge and skills
• Participates in departmental Quality Improvement program annually

Qualifications:

• Required Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies
• PA -Cert-Physician Assistant by the Medical Board
• At least one year of Physician Assistant experience in Dermatology is strongly preferred.

Salary:

$160,000-$200,000 per year. Salary is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, education, and licenses.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off, including vacations and holidays
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Paid malpractice
• Retirement plan
• CME time and money
• Moving allowance

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