Physician Assistant - Hepatology Clinic - Transplant Institute

Company: Integris Health
Location: Oklahoma City
Posted on: June 4, 2025

Job Description:

Join INTEGRIS Healths Nazih Zuhdi Transplant Institute, located on the campus of INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center campus, as an Advanced Practice Provider and become a vital part of the largest and most experienced hepatology and liver transplant team in the region. This full-time position offers a work schedule from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM with rotating call, ensuring a balanced yet engaging clinical environment.You'll work within a multidisciplinary team delivering the most comprehensive liver transplant services in Oklahoma. Your expertise will contribute directly to life-changing care and innovative treatment strategies, giving you a unique opportunity to impact patients across Oklahoma and the surrounding areas. If youre passionate about advancing liver health and aspire to work at the forefront of transplant medicine, this opportunity promises professional growth, collaboration, and the chance to make a significant difference.Beyond the day-to-day responsibilities, youll engage with expert colleagues in an environment that values excellence and compassionate patient care. If youre excited to be part of a leading team in liver transplant and hepatology, this role is designed not only to challenge you professionally but also to inspire you to drive positive changes in patient outcomes.The 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 management. This 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.For INTEGRIS Cardiovascular Physicians: - This job requires the incumbents to operate an INTEGRIS-owned vehicle OR personal vehicle (non INTEGRIS-owned) and therefore must have a current Oklahoma State Drivers License as well as a driving record which is acceptable to our insurance carrier.by Jobble

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