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POSITION SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides primary health care and performs selective medical services under the direction of specialty physicians. Responsible for diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients by completing medical histories, conducting physicals, establishing diagnosis through tests, and formulating treatment plans.

Provides follow-up and health maintenance care of patients in accordance with protocols approved by a physician.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Successful Completion of an educational program for physician assistants or surgeon assistants accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, or by that committee's predecessor or successor entities is required.

One year of training in the appropriate specialty is required.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants is recommended. Must be currently licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas.

Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff and UMA bylaws. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90-days of hire.

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Accepts accountability for outcomes in health care

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  • Work collaboratively with colleagues within the practice
  • Follow all internal policies and procedures; be accountable for completion of all operational tasks according to departmental guidelines to ensure appropriate clinical processing / documentation
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Our best-in-class analytics coupled with industry-leading expertise make MPOWERHealth the company our customers can rely on no matter what lies ahead.

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Contribute to the practice achieving its quality targets to sustain the high standards of patient care and service delivery

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Responds and comply to requests for information including sending faxes and e-mails

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Travels as necessary to other facilities

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