Physician Assistant Nuerology Birmingham AL

Job Title: Physician Assistant Nuerology Birmingham AL
Job ID: 9089594903
Employer: Neurological Surgery Associates
Location: Birmingham, AL
Provider Category: Advanced Practice Providers (PA's, APRN's)
Provider Type: Physician Assistant
Specialty: Neurology
New Grads OK? No
Description

Birmingham, Alabama
Full Time
A Physician Assistant will work closely with the Orthopedic Spine Surgeon to provide comprehensive patient care and surgical assistance.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Act as first assist in surgical procedures
Examine patients appropriate to the complaint(s) and develop a diagnosis and treatment plan for each patient in clinic
Educate patients regarding their individual pathology and recommended plan of care
Return phone calls to patients daily to answer questions and concerns voiced by the patients
Schedule and obtain preauthorization as needed for surgical procedures
Schedule and follow-up on any tests ordered
Round on all patients in the hospital
Evaluate patients’ medication usage and medical history to appropriately address medication requests
Collaborate with other departments to provide high quality patient care
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/ATTRIBUTES:

Valid Alabama physician assistant license
Must possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently as well as with a team
Must possess exemplary oral and written communication skills
Must be able to manage time and multiple tasks for maximum efficiency, demonstrating drive and determination while never compromising quality or integrity
Must take initiative and be motivated to get things done
Enjoys a fast paced environment and works well under pressure