Physician Assistant
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Description
Coordinate care, perform clinical and administrative duties within the scope of practice of licensure and privileges for clients of the assigned program under the supervision of a qualified psychiatrist
Tasks
- Obtain, evaluate and document health histories
- Evaluate clients by gathering full psychiatric, medical, and developmental history for review.
- Identify physical health needs and coordinate care with medical and therapy providers.
- Prescribe and manage diagnostic and therapeutic regimens for physical and mental health.
- Analyze data, assist with diagnoses, and develop care plans with supervising physicians.
Qualifications / Education
- Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program with certification Unrestricted licensure as Physician Assistant in PA.
- DEA registration Ability to have medical liability coverage
- Current approved credentialing for privileges in pertinent facilities
- Experience with adult mental health, IDD populations strongly preferred