Physician Assistant - Interventional Radiology

Scheduled Hours40Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our Interventional Radiology team in St. Louis, MO. This position is M-F days with no on call or weekends. This is a tremendous opportunity to join an established team and enjoy great work-life balance as well...apply today!The WashU Interventional Radiology team currently consists of 16 physicians and 10 Physician Assistants at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Missouri Baptist Hospital, and Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital. Once trained, this Physician Assistant will independently perform image-guided procedures primarily. There will be occasional cross covering of the inpatient consult and rounding service. The role will provide direct and indirect patient care in procedural, inpatient, and outpatient settings across the continuum of Interventional Radiology care. Functions in collaboration with the health care team in accordance with certification and licensure.Provides healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician; conducts complete physicals, provides treatment, and counsels patients; may, in some instances, prescribe medication.New grads welcome to apply with experience from surgical rotations.Job DescriptionPrimary Duties & Responsibilities: Performs physical assessments/examinations.Assesses and counsels patients and obtains medical histories.Monitors patient's adherence to protocols.Coordinates screening for research studies.Collects and records data per research requirements and guidelines.Develops and implements adherence plans used with protocols.Bills for professional services as permitted by the collaborative practice agreement.Interprets diagnostic tests results for deviations from normal.Prescribes therapy or medication with physician approval.Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram and laboratory test.Performs therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care and infection management.Provides physicians with assistance during surgery or complicated medical procedures.Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in service meetings and workshops.Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objective, quality assurance programs, safety, environmental and infection control standards.Working Conditions:Job Location/Working ConditionsNormal office environmentExposure to blood-borne pathogensRequires protective devicesPatient care settingDirect patient care settingPhysical EffortTypically sitting at desk or tableTypically standing or walkingTypically bending, crouching, stoopingOccasional lifting (25 lbs or less)EquipmentOffice equipmentClinical/diagnostic equipmentThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.Required QualificationsEducation:Master's degree - Physician Assistant StudiesCertifications/Professional Licenses:The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Physician Assistant - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Physician Assistant - Missouri Division of Professional RegistrationWork Experience:No specific work experience is required for this position.Skills:Not ApplicableDriver's License:A driver's license is not required for this position.More About This JobRequired QualificationsCurrent PA licensure to practice in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, or ability to obtain within 3 months of date of hire.Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).Preferred QualificationsEducation:No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.Certifications/Professional Licenses:No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.Work Experience:Physician Assistant Theory And Practice (1 Year)Skills:Adaptability, Communication, Customer Empathy, Detail-Oriented, Epic EHR, HIPAA Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Relationships, Multitasking, Organizing, Patient Care, Patient Management, Teamwork, Time ManagementGradeS31Salary Range$93,300.00 - $167,800.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.QuestionsFor frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.AccommodationIf you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.Pre-Employment ScreeningAll external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. 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