Advanced Care Practitioner at TPC Capt Management Corp in Prescott, Arizona

Job Description:

Summary & Objective
Below is a summary and overall objectives of the job. This section describes the primary purpose of the position.
The position will primarily encompass clinical work, post-operative follow-up care, and may also include participation in physician-led research projects. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with prior pain management, orthopedic or neurosurgery and must possess a passion for excellence.

Essential Functions
Below is a list of the essential functions of the job truly necessary or required to perform the job, other duties as assigned may be required.
Assesses patient health status, including state of wellness and compliance with care plans Meets with new patients; obtain and update patient history and monitor ongoing treatment Triages patient calls and evaluates patient concerns, providing guidance as needed Provide acute and chronic pain care, including taking histories, monitoring therapies, giving injections and providing post-operative care Documents patient information and care provided in the patient record Educate patients and families as appropriate Provides continuity of care Maintains privacy, confidentiality, and security of patient, client, staff, and organizational data
Education
The following formal education is required and/or preferred or for the job.
Required:
Masters Degree or Equivalent
Certificates/Licenses:
Maintains PA certification through the National Commission of Physician Assistants Must be licensed to practice as a physician assistant in the State of Arizona Earns CME credits related to pain management at least once a year and fulfills the requirements of the Arizona Board of Physician Assistants Current DEA number for Schedule II-IV Controlled Substances. Current BCLS Certification. Current ACLS Certification. Prior pain management, orthopedic or neurosurgical experience preferred Active in professional organizations and maintain CME
Experience & Skills
Below is the list of required and/or preferred experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities for the job.
Excellent oral, written & telephone communication, along with tact, diplomacy, and a strong customer service orientation Prioritizes work activities and accepts multiple job duties Maintains effective working relationships with physicians, administration and other staff members Requires flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends Maintains positive attitude and demonstrates the utmost in professionalism at all times.
Physical Demands
Below is a list of the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting, driving, general office activities, manual dexterity, and vision and the number of hours required to perform the task.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching Must be able to lift up to 10-20 pounds at times.
Please note, this job description does not contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.