Physician Assistant-UMCEPH Jorge Acosta

• Facility University Medical Center of El Paso
• Department UMCEPH Jorge Acosta
• Schedule
  - Shift
  - Hours Full Time
  - Days - 8AM to 5 PM

The Physician Assistant assists the physicians in the global management of patient care in all outpatient, inpatient and peri-operative settings. Performs first assist duties in surgery, comprehensive and problem-focused histories, minor surgical procedures, diagnosis and treats illnesses and injuries, orders and interprets laboratory and radiographic studies, educates and counsels patients, renders emergency care, and facilitates patient referrals to the appropriate physician or agency.

One year of experience as Physician Assistant preferred

Valid Physician Assistant license issued by the Texas Medical Board.

Physician Assistant – Certified issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Current BLS certification is required.

Must have DEA number, DPS number, and the ability to obtain an NPI number.

Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to remain flexible and positive in stressful situations.
• Effective assessment, evaluation and resolution skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.

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