Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery

Company: Potomac Healthcare Solutions
Location: Fort Belvoir
Posted on: May 4, 2025

Job Description:

Physician Assistant (PA) - NeurosurgeryFt. Belvoir, VAPosition Duties and Responsibilities:Provides the necessary on-site support to successfully establish new Tele-TBI, Neurosurgery, and other Tele-Health sites. These duties include supporting site setup; use and management of Video Tele- Conference (VTC) equipment; establishing clinical protocol for management of Tele-TBI, Tele- Neurosurgery, and other Tele-Health patients. Responsible for providing template management and appropriate coding for the care rendered. Provides direct support to Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) teams to identify requirements for and setup of telehealth specialty clinics.Provides start-up and training of on-site Tele-Health PAs. The on-site PA receives orientation/training from the designated supervising physician and PA. This training includes scope of practice; operational site administration; standard operating procedures; patient consent and other forms; clinical management; patient referrals and appointing, and guidance on coding and proper workload documentation. The PA interfaces with institutional and regional referral providers to develop a robust, consistent and efficient conduit for urgent and routine TBI, neurosurgical, headache, and other appropriate referrals that will recapture high-acuity and high-cost workload. Consults with primary care providers about referral indications, proper workup and management of TBI, neurosurgical, headache, and other appropriate conditions. Sets up and provides template management, and trains on site physician assistants in appropriate coding.Develops and participates in marketing plans and presentations for Tele-TBI, Tele-Neurosurgery and other Tele-Health initiatives throughout the DoD. Enhances awareness through collaboration with other health care providers and conveys a positive impression of each clinic in the Military Healthcare community.Teaches and performs screening process to diagnose and treat patients referred for TBI, headache, neurosurgery or other Tele-Health start-up programs such as Tele-Dermatology. The PA may initially run the clinic and see patients while the permanent on-site PA is being trained.Schedules, presents, and consents patients for Video Tele-Conference (VTC) specialty consults based on indications. Prepares and forwards patient documentation, radiological studies and lab tests to consulting specialist before consult. Manages VTC consult sessions; including follow-up VTC visits. Schedules and manages pre-operative review (if surgery is recommended).May prescribe medication for disease of the brain, central nervous system, spinal cord, peripheral nervous systems within his or her scope of practice, under the supervision of the supervising physician. Refers/presents cases to the supervising physician. Provides follow-up care as necessary to ensure continuity of care. Provides guidance on establishing appointment appropriate, timely referrals to other providers and/or resources to match patient's needs. Coordinates to establish appropriate medical plan of care inclusive of maximizing conservative medical management and consulting with ancillary providers.Responds to cardiopulmonary arrest as appropriate and arranges appropriate back up from the clinical staff and/or from Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as appropriate.Quality Improvement shall include the following responsibilities:Assist in quality improvement data collection and review.Help with problem solving regarding quality improvement issues.Participate in multidisciplinary functional groups and process action teams as needed.Uphold established patient care and practice standardsParticipate in ongoing review of clinic policies and procedures and make appropriate revisions as required.Review and submit reports as required.Participate in all mandatory training.Minimum Qualifications:A graduate of study or training program approved by a nationally recognized professional medical body, such as the American Medical Association, association of American Medical Colleges, or by panel of physicians established by a Federal agency for this purpose.Must be board certified and maintain certification as a physician assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) without additional education and training. Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted state license to practice as a physician assistant in any state in the United States, District of Columbia or United States territory.Must possess professional knowledge of a wide range and variety of diseases and types of injuries pertaining to the brain, central nervous system, spinal cord, peripheral nervous systems. Supplementary skills to recognize emergency conditions that require immediate referral or involvement of qualified medical personnel and perform designated treatment.Must possess a working knowledge of military culture, customs, and procedures including military profiles and retention of Active Duty personnel.Ability to effectively communicate with health providers at all levels and to provide professional assistance to health care finders in making referrals to appropriate health care providers.Knowledge of standard prescription medications and their applications in order to properly prescribe medications for common illnesses.Ability to collect and record medical histories and conduct general physical examinations.Ability to communicate both orally and in writing in a clear, concise, and well-organized manner.Must have a working knowledge of CPT/ICD-9/10 codes. Must have experience in word processing and be computer literate.Minimum of four years experience practicing as a physician assistant within the past five years. A minimum of two years experience in the treatment and management of TBI and a minimum of 2 years experience as a Neurosurgical, Neurology or Orthopedic Spine PA required.Shall have and maintain current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS). Certification must be by American Heart Association and individual must demonstrate ability to initiate CPR in event of respirator or cardiopulmonary arrest. Certifications must be renewed every year at no additional cost to the Government.Shall have current Drug Enforcement Agency number.Must be a US Citizen.Potomac Healthcare Solutions offers the following benefits:Medical Insurance with PPO and HSA Options (United Healthcare)Dental Insurance (Humana)*Vision Insurance (Humana)*401(k) with Employer MatchHealth Savings Account with Employer MatchPrescription Drug ProgramEmployer Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability (Mutual of Omaha)*Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (Mutual of Omaha)*Relocation Assistance10 Days Paid Time Off11 Federal HolidaysContinuing Education Assistance/License ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramWellness Incentives and MoreNOTE: *Effective the 1st day of the month following start dateAbout Potomac Healthcare Solutions: Potomac Healthcare Solutions is an award-winning, dynamic, and rapidly growing healthcare services company with a proven background in providing world-class health services for both government and commercial organizations. We are actively recruiting skilled, caring practitioners to support our rapidly growing program base and supported healthcare facilities. If you would like to be a part of a quality-driven organization and make a difference, we would like to talk to you!If you do not find interest in this opportunity but know of someone who may, we kindly ask that you refer the individual to Potomac Healthcare Solutions by forwarding this job posting.Potomac Healthcare Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected classes under the laws applicable to Potomac Healthcare Solutions.Potomac Healthcare Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled. #pr1by Jobble

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