Position Summary:Provides care and treatment to patients under the supervision of the attending physician(s) in accordance with established guidelines.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Obtains health histories and assesses the patient in order to determine healthcare needs.
Performs physical examinations.
Orders routine laboratory/diagnostic tests and adjusts treatment plan as appropriate.
Makes tentative diagnosis about management and treatment of patients.
Counsels patients in relation to their health needs.
Qualifications:Required:
Graduate of approved or accredited Physician Assistant program
Current Physician Assistant state license
BLS certification
Preferred:
Prior Physician Assistance experience
Nicotine Testing -To provide a safe, healthy environment for our patients, employees and visitors, as of February 1, 2013 McLaren no longer hires individuals who use nicotine and will conduct nicotine testing during the pre-employment process. If the test is positive the offer will be rescinded. Individuals who test positive may re-apply for employment after six months.Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans