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Atrium Health

Advanced Practice Professional, Urgent Care, Nocturnist, Kernersville

Atrium Health, Kernersville, North Carolina, us, 27285

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Department:

02190 WFBMG University Group Practice: Kernersville - Immediate Care Status:

Full time Benefits Eligible:

Yes Hours Per Week:

35 Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Variable EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

PA Licensure. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in diagnosing emergency medical problems and prescribing necessary treatment and service for quality patient care. Records data and tentative conclusions for review by physician. Coordinates and schedules laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures. Explains the necessity, preparation, nature, and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient. Carries out complex patient care services under indirect physician supervision using advanced medical knowledge. Monitors patient progress, maintains records, and consults with supervising physician when patient progress does not meet expected criteria. Plans and schedules work for the physician's health team, ensuring proper distribution of assignments and adequate staffing, space, and facilities. Participates in basic science and clinical research projects conducted by supervising physicians. Prepares reports and analyses, setting forth progress, adverse trends, and recommendations. Teaches students, residents, and interns in techniques and procedures unique to Emergency Medicine. Ensures complete and accurate documentation in the medical record of assessment and care plans. Participates in continuing education in emergency/urgent care. Remains up-to-date with department and hospital policies and guidelines. Provides age/developmentally appropriate patient care according to Age-Specific Care Guidelines. SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to maintain composure and work efficiently under pressure Ability to perform complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures Ability to work a rotating shift schedule Performs other related duties as needed WORK ENVIRONMENT: Fast-paced, long hours, results-oriented environment Professionalism and customer service skills required at all times Occasional irregular hours

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