Oncology Physician Assistant
Charleston Oncology
- North Charleston, SC
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Evaluates and examines new patients and presents them to the appropriate physician or PA; manages patient treatments and monitors patients when treatment has been completed and is knowledgeable to enter patient information through the EMR software.
- Takes medical histories; performs physical examinations; diagnoses conditions and prescribes medications; scheduled for rounds in the hospital and works independently when necessary.
- Orders and interprets tests; develops and implements treatment plans and provides education and counseling to patients and their caregivers regarding the patient’s illness and treatments.
- Ensures patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential; complies with HIPAA and OSHA requirements, adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state and local regulations.
- Increases job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reads job specific professional publications; participates in professional organizations, personal networks and explores new opportunities that may add value to the Physician Assistant position and practice.
- Performs other essential functions as directed by the attending physician.
- Master’s Degree in Physician Assisting accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant; Bachelor’s degree in Biology or equivalent; maintains license per NCCPA guidelines and SC Board of Medical Examiners.
- At least 2 years’ experience in practicing Oncology
- Ability to be on time to work every day and to perform the responsibilities of this position; knowledgeable of EMR software; work in a fast pace environment; caring and sensitive attitude toward patients, providers and co-workers; critical thinking ability; good interpersonal, speaking and active listening skills; detail oriented and ability to multitask.