Physician Assistant - Trauma Team - Baptist Medical Center

Company: Integris Health
Location: Oklahoma City
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center, a part of Oklahomas largest not-for-profit, private health system has a great opportunity for a Physician Assistant in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In this position, youll work 12-hour shifts, 7 to 7 as a member on our new Level II Trauma Team providing exceptional care to those who have entrusted INTEGRIS Health with their healthcare needs. If our mission of partnering with people to live healthier lives speaks to you, apply today. We invite you to join us as we strive to be The Most Trusted Partner for Health.This Level 2 Trauma Team is a multidisciplinary, dynamic team delivering lifesaving treatment, stabilizing and treating patients in critical condition.To learn more about our Trauma Program: https://integrishealth.org/locations/trauma/integris-health-trauma-centerThe Physician Assistant provides medical consultation, routine patient care, and follow-up as directed. The Physician Assistant assists physician with procedures and serves as a liaison between the physician and the patient. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires.INTEGRIS Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.The Physician Assistant responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:Initiates and completes a detailed patient assessmentDiagnoses the actual or potential health problem or need, based upon an analysis of the data collected, and plans therapeutic interventionOrders and initiates appropriate laboratory tests, medication, treatment, and consultation based upon an analysis of the data collectedOrders or performs routine procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing (not involving tendons, arteries or nerves) wound care, venous and arterial blood draws, and managing simple conditions produced by infection, trauma or other disease processesEducates the patient regarding prescribed treatment and medicationsMaintains timely documentation of the patient's medical recordISMC Neurosurgical Only:Ensures all necessary patient tests (i.e. pre-op labs, EKG's, x-ray's, etc.) have been completed in prior to surgeryAssists physician(s) in surgery (i.e. wound closure, fitting of braces, post op orders, etc.)Provides wound care and infection managementMakes rounds as requested by physician(s); completes patient discharge summaries as requestedMetro ER Only:Assists in triage and initiates radiographic and laboratory studies for patients to be seen in the main Emergency Department or Minor CareMay examine, treat, and make disposition on patients in triage under the direct physician supervision as time allowsMental Health Only:Responsible for patient assessment following therapeutic holds per state and federal regulationsThe Physician Assistant reports to the supervising physician and department managementThis position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. Please consult the Physical Demands Project SharePoint site or contact Risk Management/Employee Health for additional information. 'Potential for exposure to infections and communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, electrical equipment, chemicals. Must follow standard precautions.All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.Requires a degree from an accredited Physician Assistant programCurrent licensure as a Physician Assistant in the state of OklahomaRequires current BLS certificationMust be able to communicate effectively in EnglishISMC Neurosurgical Dept Only:1 year of experience in surgery setting preferredEmergency Department Only:1 year of experience in a comprehensive emergency department setting preferredNZTI only:Current ACLS certification if working with adults required in acute care environments.Current PALS certification if working with children required in acute care environments.questions? loree.mcmahan@integrishealth.orgby Jobble

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