Physician Assistant

Where You’ll Work

Imagine working in an environment where your experience and dedication truly makes a difference, guided by Dignity Health's profound values: Dignity, Justice, Stewardship, Collaboration, and Quality. Here, patient-first care isn't just a motto – it's our daily practice. As a leading 443-bed acute care hospital, we champion interdisciplinary teamwork and the highest standards of safety, because our patients, and you, deserve nothing less.

For over 50 years, Chandler Regional Medical Center (CRMC) has been a trusted partner to the vibrant East Valley community. This means you'll be joining a stable, growing organization with a rich history of service and innovation. We're passionate about your professional growth, offering extensive training, comprehensive resources, and abundant career advancement opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

If you're a dedicated, compassionate professional eager for a dynamic, patient-centered career with one of Arizona's 'Most Admired Companies,' and you thrive in a truly supportive environment, we invite you to discover how your passion can transform lives at CRMC. Explore our opportunities and become a part of a team that celebrates you. 

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Physician Assistant, Neuroscience, you will provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to patients under the supervision and responsibility of a Physician.Every day, you will apply your specialized knowledge to assess, diagnose, and manage conditions affecting the nervous system. This involves detailed patient evaluations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, developing and implementing treatment plans, and collaborating closely with neurologists, neurosurgeons, and other specialists to optimize patient outcomes.To be successful in your role, you will meticulously provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to neuroscience patients, working under the supervision and responsibility of a Physician. You will demonstrate exceptional clinical proficiency in assessing and managing complex neurological conditions, contributing significantly to patient care through precise diagnostics and effective therapeutic interventions, all while collaborating seamlessly within the neuroscience team.

• Patient Care ServicesGathers complete history of patients and perform complete physical examinations or focused physical examinations for specific complaints. Completes discharge summaries and maintains documentation on patient visitsConducts daily patient rounds, as needed
• Recognizes and evaluates situations which require immediate attention of supervising physician and which require treatment procedures essential for life of patients; responds in appropriate manner.Coordinates with supervising physician regarding patients seen such as sees patients in physician's office and hospital, instructs and counsels patients on health and disease issues based on assessment data and assists in cardiothoracic surgery when needed.
• Follows up with patient by phone (post treatment). Coordinates resources to facilitate care for out-of-town patientsPrescribes and dispenses drugs and medical devices in accordance with regulations established by the Arizona Joint Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners in Medicine and Surgery.Monitors effectiveness of therapeutic interventions and makes appropriate referrals when necessary.Secures patient health illness and psychological history by ordering, performing and interpreting appropriate laboratory, radiographic and other diagnostic tests.

Job Requirements

Required

• Degree as a Physician Assistant
• Three (3) years clinical experience in related area
• Physician Assistant ARCEPA
• Drug Enforcement Administration-Control Sub Reg Cert: AZ
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR
• Physician Assistant: AZ