Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine - Atrium Health University - Charlotte, NC

Department

04100 WFBMG Emergency Providers: AH University City Main - Emergency Medicine

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible

• Yes
• Hou rs Per Week: 35
• Schedule Details/Additional Information: Varies

Pay Range

$59.00 - $88.50

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 progress of patients, maintain a record of the patient's progress, and consults with supervising physician when patient's progress does not meet anticipated and/or predetermined criteria.
• Plans and schedules work for the physician's health team ensuring proper distribution of assignments and adequate staffing, space and facilities for subsequent performance of assigned duties.
• Participates in basic science and clinical research projects conducted by supervising physician. Prepares statistical reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions.
• Teaches students, residents and interns in complex techniques and procedures, which are unique to Emergency Medicine.
• Ensures complete and accurate documentation in the medical record of assessment and plan of care.
• Participates in continuing education in emergency/ urgent care.
• Remains up to date with department and hospital policy and guidelines.
• Ensures age/developmentally appropriate patient care is provided in accordance with Age-Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served.

Skills/qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain composure and work efficiently under pressure
• Ability to perform complex patient diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule

Performs other related duties other than those described herein

• WORK ENVIRONMENT: Fast paced, long hours, ability to deliver results
• Professionalism and customer service skills a must at all times
• Occasionally subject to irregular hours

Physical Requirements

• 0%
• 35%
• 65% to to to
• 35%
• 65%
• 100%
• N/A
• Activity
• X
• Standing
• X
• Walking
• X
• Sitting
• X
• Bending
• X
• Reaching with arms
• X
• Finger and hand dexterity
• X
• Talking
• X
• Hearing
• X
• Seeing
• Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling: X
• 20 lbs. maximum
• X
• 50 lbs. maximum
• X
• 100 lbs. maximum

Pay and benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.