Community Health System Wilkes Barre , PA 18701
Posted 2 months ago
Job Description
To give the best patient care, we must be at our best. That's why we're committed to providing a range of competitive benefits for your health, family, and future:
Competitive compensation
Affordable, comprehensive medical plans with two tiers of services
Tuition reimbursement of up to $5K per year
Paid vacation and personal time
Flexible spending accounts
Life and Disability Insurance
401K plan with Employer match
The primary purpose of this position is; to provide clinical care to patients in an outpatient setting.
Graduated from an accredited Physician's Assistant Program
Ideally a minimum of two (2) years experience in a Family Practice setting. Knowledge of organization policies, regulations, and procedures to administer patient care; common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of medicine to provide ongoing patient care; taking a medical history, assessing medical conditions, and interpreting findings; preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence; developing and maintaining department quality assurance; establishing and maintaining effective working relations with patients, physicians, and the public. Maintain quality control standards; react calmly and effectively in emergencies; interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures; commit to quality patient care and concepts of Family Medicine.
National Commission on the Certification of Physicians' Assistants (NCCPA) certified. Certification in Basic Life Support is required and must be completed before the end of the orientation period. CME requirement: 100 hours every two years. Re-certification examination every six years
Community Health System