Advanced Practice - Family Medicine Opening in Orangeburg, SC
Saint Louis, MO, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Family Practice/Primary Care
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Orangeburg, South Carolina, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
11/22/24
NP - Family Medicine opening in South Carolina
- Located in Orangeburg, SC - Columbia 45m, Savannah 120m
- Full-time, permanent position
- Extended Adult position
Provide direct patient care, including but not limited to conducting comprehensive medical and social histories of patients, performing comprehensive and/or problem focused physical examinations, order and/or performing laboratory and screening test in accordance with approved protocol.
Read and evaluate lab reports, x-ray results, and consultation reports and records, relaying information and, if necessary, treatment plans to patients.
Make independent decisions regarding management and treatment of medical problems identified, formulating, initiating and monitoring patient management plans based on established standards of care.
Prescribe medications and perform therapeutic or corrective measures, which may include urgent care.
Provide information, instruction and counseling on health maintenance, health promotion, social problems, illness prevention, illness management and medicine use.
Make appropriate referrals to specialists.
Comply with all applicable infection control and safety precautions.
Consult with other members of the health care team as needed.
Participate in interviewing and selecting new employees provide input for performance reviews, provide input for employee discipline, including discharge.
Supervise students during clinical rotations as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
A masters degree in nursing is required. Must possess a State of South Carolina license to practice medicine, federal DEA license and a State of South Carolina Controlled Substance license. Must meet credentialing and privileging requirements of center.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Facility is dedicated to patients and their families. Facility features excellent physicians, nurses, and premier technology. We have ten locations with the main office in Orangeburg. Here you will find caring doctors and nurses who strive to give you the best possible health care, in a friendly, inviting atmosphere. We take the time to get to know you and truly listen. Nothing makes us happier than keeping you and your family healthy! Our goal is to improve the health of the people of the community and region.
Many of our patients have been with our practice since they were young. We love seeing our patients grow up through the years. Above all, we take pride in offering the best possible health care. At facility, you can count on receiving health care services in a friendly and open environment. We are here to listen and make sure you get the best care possible!