Physician Assistant - Medical jobs in Waterloo, IA
Physician Assistant - Medical assesses, plans, and provides patient care under the supervision of a physician. Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examinations, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Being a Physician Assistant - Medical orders and interprets appropriate laboratory and radiographic tests. Participates in daily patient rounds, writes progress notes, conducts patient education, writes prescriptions, and prepares discharge summaries. Additionally, Physician Assistant - Medical requires completion of the PANCE exam administered by National Commission of the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Requires a master's degree of Health Sciences for Physician Assistants or related. Typically reports to a physician. Requires Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C). Requires State license to practice. Physician Assistant - Medical's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA)
- Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids
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Tama, IA
PART_TIME
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Summary
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This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by providing professional medical services to patients of MercyCare Community Physicians. Within Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)/Physician relationship, ARNPs exercise autonomy in medical decision-making and services provided.
Job Duties/Essential FunctionsJob Duties-
Provides professional medical services to patients of MercyCare Community Physicians.
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Obtains and records an appropriate medical history of each patient, including, but not limited to: The patient's chief complaint, past medical history, family history, social history, review of systems, physical exam, diagnosis, assessment and plan of care.
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Performs and/or orders clinically appropriate procedures for each patient and documenting same.
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Analyzes reports and findings of tests and clinical examinations in order to assess the medical condition of each patient, including formulating a diagnosis and documenting same in conformity with applicable professional standards, third party payer requirements and Mercy policies and procedures.
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Prescribes clinically appropriate medication and treatment for each patient and timely documenting same, in collaboration with supervising physician.
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Refers each patient to other physicians, including specialists and other health care providers, whenever the patient's condition so warrants and documenting same.
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Keeps and maintains accurate, complete, appropriate, timely and legible medical records relating to all professional services rendered to Mercy patients in conformity with applicable professional standards, third party payer requirements and Mercy policies and procedures.
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Timely reports births, deaths, outbreaks of contagious disease and other information required by law to be reported to governmental authorities.
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Uses and promotes evidence-based clinical practice.
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Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care.
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Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention.
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Consults with Medical Director and other medical professionals as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues.
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Participates in quality improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by Mercy.
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Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients.
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Maintains current knowledge regarding state and federal regulations impacting ARNP practice.
Department Specific DutiesKnowledge, Skills and Abilities-
Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques.
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Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.
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Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette.
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Performs duties in a tactful and professional manner.
Professional Experience-
Previous clinical experience preferred.
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Previous experience in field of practice preferred.
EducationLicensure, Certification, Registration-
Licensed to practice medicine without restriction or limitation in the State of Iowa required.
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Medical staff privileges at Mercy Medical Center may be required.
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Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse/Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.
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Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
Physical Demand Requirements-
Medium: Exert 20-50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 10-15 lbs. of force frequently
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- 3 Days Ago
Certified Medical Assistant or LPN
- Cedar Valley Medical Specialists PC
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Waterloo, IA
FULL_TIME
- DescriptionJob Title: Certified Medical Assistant or LPNWe are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Certified Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Nephrology team. As a CMA/LPN,...
- 1 Month Ago
Medical Assistant
- Gundersen Health System
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Union, IA
FULL_TIME
- Love medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you're looking for a job to love, apply today.Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Job Description:The Medical Assistant (MA), w...
- 3 Days Ago
Physician Assistant - Sign On Bonus
- QuickVisit
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Waterloo, IA
FULL_TIME
- Mount Pleasant and Fort Madison, Iowa* $10,000 Sign On Bonus or Relocation Package Available! * QuickVisit Urgent Care is seeking a Full-Time Physician Assistant to join our team! We are dedicated to ...
- 15 Days Ago
Clinic LPN - Tama - Mercy Physician Services
- Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids
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Tama, IA
FULL_TIME
- External hires can get up to a $9,000 sign on bonus! Mercy Mission To care for the sick and enhance the health of the communities we serve, guided by the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy. Summary This p...
- 6 Days Ago
Patient Service Coordinator - Tama - Mercy Physician Services
- Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids
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Tama, IA
FULL_TIME
- Mercy Mission To care for the sick and enhance the health of the communities we serve, guided by the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy. Summary This job supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered ca...
- 1 Month Ago
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Nurse Practitioner- Part-Time
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Waterloo, IA
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- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine - $85 per hour
- Adventist Health
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Cedar Falls, IA
- Jackson and Coker is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Emergency Medicine for a locum tenens job in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Job De...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $3,102 per week
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Waterloo, IA
- LanceSoft is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Waterloo, Iowa. Job Description ...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $3,080 per week
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Waterloo, IA
- LanceSoft is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Waterloo, Iowa. Job Description ...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - COVID19 - $3,112 per week
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Waterloo, IA
- LanceSoft is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Waterloo, Iowa. Job Description ...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Local Contract Nurse RN - Med Surg - $54-58 per hour
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Waterloo, IA
- LanceSoft is seeking a local contract nurse RN Med Surg for a local contract nursing job in Waterloo, Iowa. Job Descript...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $3,138 per week
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Waterloo, IA
- LanceSoft is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Waterloo, Iowa. Job Description ...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Annual Wellness Visit Specialist - Population Health - Full Time - Days (Remote)
- Trinity Health Corporation
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Waterloo, IA
- Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Position Purpose: The Population Health Annual Wellness Visit Specialist ...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Waterloo, Iowa
Waterloo is a city in and the county seat of Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census the population decreased by 0.5% to 68,406; the 2016 Census estimates the population at 67,934, making it the sixth-largest city in the state. The city is part of the Waterloo – Cedar Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area, and is the more populous of the two cities.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 63.23 square miles (163.76 km2), of which 61.39 square miles (159.00 km2) is land and 1.84 square miles (4.77 km2) is water.
The average el...
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Income Estimation for Physician Assistant - Medical jobs
$102,527 to $122,963
Waterloo, Iowa area prices
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