Physician Assistant Specialty
@ University HealthPhysician Assistant Specialty
About the job
University Health offers a 12-month post-grad Critical Care APP Fellowship for licensed Acute Care Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to develop assessment, diagnosis, and treatment skills in critical care units.
Requirements
- Graduated or pending graduation
- From accredited Nurse Practitioner or PA program
- Board certification in specialty
- Texas NP or PA license
- Active BLS/ACLS
Qualifications
- Recent graduate or in practice
- Strong assessment skills
- Interest in critical care
- Ability to work in teams
- Passionate about learning
Full job description
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.