Physician Assistant Or Nurse Practitioner, SMG Emergency Care

Physician Assistant: Completes medical histories and physical exams and provides treatment to ECC patients in accordance with: the medical plan of care; critical

pathways; established Self Regional Healthcare, Self Medical Group, and Medical/Nursing Policies/Procedures/Protocols and Standards of Care.

Performs any other assigned duties per ECC Physician, ECC Medical Director, Self Medical Group Administration and Practice Manager. Must be

graduate of accredited physician assistant program. Required certifications include: ACLS within 6 months of hire.

Graduate of an accredited PA program, Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, NCCPA National

Certification Exam completion and passing, current licensure, clinical expertise, leadership, and organizational ability. Must be able to

communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others. Must be self-motivated. Must have significant practice experience in

private practice or institutional setting.

Nurse Practitioner: Completes medical histories and physical examinations to appropriately provide care to patients in accordance with the medical plan of care and

within own scope of practice. Uses a systematic approach in assessing the patient's physical, psychological, and social status to determine the

need for care, the type of care to be provided, and the need for reassessment/follow-up. Demonstrates ability to perform and/or assist

physician(s) and other healthcare providers with routine procedures within scope of practice and expertise. Delivers care in a nonjudgmental/non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to the linguistic, cultural, and spiritual needs of the patient, family, and other caretakers.

Uses Epic electronic medical record system proficiently as primary source of documentation of all patient visits and correspondence. Completes all

required training when scheduled allowing none to become delinquent. Completes all requirements to maintain current licensure at all times,

ensuring no suspension or lapse occurs. Practices work in a safe manner, following proper protocols of infections control, accident prevention,

proper body mechanics, etc.. Attends meetings/training sessions as directed. Performs other duties as assigned.

Graduate of an accredited school of advanced nursing. Must be currently licensed to practice as an advanced nurse practitioner by the

State Board of Nursing for South Carolina.