60 physician-assistant jobs found in Morehead, KY

The Physician Assistant works under physician supervision and in accordance with established regulations, privileges, and protocols. Focuses on health promotion and maintenance, disease prevention, and the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic diseases for patients of all ages. Duties/Responsibilities: •    Treats patients of Hospital and its designated sites in a diligent, knowledgeable and skillful manner in accordance with currently acceptable standards of practice in his/her professional specialty, applicable state and federal laws and regulations, and JCAHO standards. •    Functions within the scope of practice as directed and supervised by their supervisory physician and/or alternate supervisory physicians. •    Consults with Family Medicine physicians and/or other Hospital medical staff concerning matters beyond or outside the Physician Assistant’s professional ability. •    Assists in the training and education of students, nurses, and paramedical personnel as...

The Physician Assistant works under physician supervision and in accordance with established regulations, privileges, and protocols. Focuses on health promotion and maintenance, disease prevention, and the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic diseases for patients of all ages. Duties/Responsibilities: •    Treats patients of Hospital and its designated sites in a diligent, knowledgeable and skillful manner in accordance with currently acceptable standards of practice in his/her professional specialty, applicable state and federal laws and regulations, and JCAHO standards. •    Functions within the scope of practice as directed and supervised by their supervisory physician and/or alternate supervisory physicians. •    Consults with Family Medicine physicians and/or other Hospital medical staff concerning matters beyond or outside the Physician Assistant’s professional ability. •    Assists in the training and education of students, nurses, and paramedical personnel as...

The role of a Physician is a staff position and must provide a wide range of care and services in their designated specialty.  Must be able to provide consultative services to other providers and complete procedures entailing significant risk.  He/she provides administrative and managerial support to Advanced Practice Providers (APP) if applicable and nursing staff.  Physician sits on Hospital committees and service lines as needed and requested, in addition to working with Continuing Quality Improvement (CQI).  Physician works with administration to coordinate patient care activities.  He/she works with Hospital Administration and Clinic Administrators in their professional specialty.        Duties/Responsibilities: •    Treats patients of SCH at its designated sites in a faithful, diligent, and skillful manner in accordance with current acceptable standards of practice in the physician’s professional specialty, applicable state and federal laws and regulations, and accrediting...

The role of a Physician is a staff position and must provide a wide range of care and services in their designated specialty.  Must be able to provide consultative services to other providers and complete procedures entailing significant risk.  He/she provides administrative and managerial support to Advanced Practice Providers (APP) if applicable and nursing staff.  Physician sits on Hospital committees and service lines as needed and requested, in addition to working with Continuing Quality Improvement (CQI).  Physician works with administration to coordinate patient care activities.  He/she works with Hospital Administration and Clinic Administrators in their professional specialty.        Duties/Responsibilities: •    Treats patients of SCH at its designated sites in a faithful, diligent, and skillful manner in accordance with current acceptable standards of practice in the physician’s professional specialty, applicable state and federal laws and regulations, and accrediting...

The Physician Assistant works under physician supervision and in accordance with established regulations, privileges, and protocols. Focuses on health promotion and maintenance, disease prevention, and the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic diseases for patients of all ages. Duties/Responsibilities: •    Treats patients of Hospital and its designated sites in a diligent, knowledgeable and skillful manner in accordance with currently acceptable standards of practice in his/her professional specialty, applicable state and federal laws and regulations, and JCAHO standards. •    Functions within the scope of practice as directed and supervised by their supervisory physician and/or alternate supervisory physicians. •    Consults with Family Medicine physicians and/or other Hospital medical staff concerning matters beyond or outside the Physician Assistant’s professional ability. •    Assists in the training and education of students, nurses, and paramedical personnel as...

The Medical Assistant - Certified performs clinical and clerical duties under the supervision and guidance of the Clinic Manager/Licensed Medical Professional. Performs delegated administrative and nursing tasks necessary for the care of the patient.  Duties/Responsibilities: •    Performs all point of care related skills to include phlebotomy, prepares specimens for transport to reference labs, and shows competency in performance of in-clinic lab testing. •    Performs clinical procedures as permitted by certification and as assigned by Clinic Manager/Licensed Medical Professional. •    Prepares and administers medications according to established policy and procedure and as permitted by certification. •    Transcribes Licensed Medical Professional orders accurately and completely. •    Addresses learning needs of the patient/family; plans, provides, evaluates & documents patient/family education. •    Provides for the safety of patients by following established policies,...

The Medical Assistant - Certified performs clinical and clerical duties under the supervision and guidance of the Clinic Manager/Licensed Medical Professional. Performs delegated administrative and nursing tasks necessary for the care of the patient.  Duties/Responsibilities: •    Performs all point of care related skills to include phlebotomy, prepares specimens for transport to reference labs, and shows competency in performance of in-clinic lab testing. •    Performs clinical procedures as permitted by certification and as assigned by Clinic Manager/Licensed Medical Professional. •    Prepares and administers medications according to established policy and procedure and as permitted by certification. •    Transcribes Licensed Medical Professional orders accurately and completely. •    Addresses learning needs of the patient/family; plans, provides, evaluates & documents patient/family education. •    Provides for the safety of patients by following established policies,...

The Unit Secretary provides clerical services for effective and efficient operation of the nursing unit. Performs their role in a professional supportive manner that exhibits enhancement and contributes to the quality of nursing care of the patient and family. Duties/Responsibilities: Displays excellent customer service behaviors. 1.    Answers telephone and patient call system in a timely manner using proper etiquette. 2.    Greets and assists visitors, patients, staff, physicians, and others at unit desk. 3.    Answers inquiries and/or refers to appropriate resources. 4.    Communicates effectively with other departments, patients, families, and coworkers. 5.    Relays messages promptly. 6.    Works cooperatively with other services. Shows sensitivity and respect for individuals, co-workers, patients, and families.  Adapts easily to change, sees the value of differing positions and adapts to own positions and strategies in response to information or changes in situation....

The Reg Rad Tech performs age specific radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders. Assists in supervising ancillary personnel. All competencies listed in the position description are based on a patient age population including infancy (birth to l year), toddler (1 to 3 years), pre-school (3-6 years), school age (6-12 years), adolescence (12 to 18 years), early adulthood (19 to 45 years), middle adult (45-59 years) late adult (61 to 79 years) and geriatric (80 years and up). The Reg Rad Tech is responsible to the Manager, Diagnostic Proc/CT/MRI for core behavioral and technical competence. Direct technical and core behavioral supervision is provided by the Manager, Diagnostic Proc/CT/MRI. Medical direction is provided by the Radiologist. Duties/Responsibilities: •    Reviews physician order, checking for special instructions, consults with the radiologist when necessary, greets and identifies the patient and...

The Medical Assistant - Certified performs clinical and clerical duties under the supervision and guidance of the Clinic Manager/Licensed Medical Professional. Performs delegated administrative and nursing tasks necessary for the care of the patient.  Duties/Responsibilities: •    Performs all point of care related skills to include phlebotomy, prepares specimens for transport to reference labs, and shows competency in performance of in-clinic lab testing. •    Performs clinical procedures as permitted by certification and as assigned by Clinic Manager/Licensed Medical Professional. •    Prepares and administers medications according to established policy and procedure and as permitted by certification. •    Transcribes Licensed Medical Professional orders accurately and completely. •    Addresses learning needs of the patient/family; plans, provides, evaluates & documents patient/family education. •    Provides for the safety of patients by following established policies,...

The role of the APP is to provide initial care and treatment to patients with physician supervision and in accordance with established regulations, privileges, and protocols, the practice of the Physician’s Assistant or Nurse Practitioner includes health promotion and maintenance, disease prevention, and the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic diseases for patients of all ages. Duties/Responsibilities: •    Treat patients of Hospital and its designated sites in a diligent, knowledgeable and skillful manner in accordance with currently acceptable standards of practice in his/her professional specialty, applicable state and federal laws and regulations, and JCAHO standards. •    Consult with Psychiatrist and/or other Hospital medical staff concerning matters beyond or outside the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse’s professional ability. •    Provide Behavioral Health Services, and Medication-Assisted Treatment to outpatients with the scope of practice and as indicated by...

The Clinical Laboratory Assistant contributes to the implementation of the plan of care under the direction of the Lead phlebotomist and/or Laboratory Director. Performs delegated tasks necessary for the care of the patient. Duties/Responsibilities: •    Safely performs all skills of phlebotomy and meter glucose testing. •    Correctly obtains a 12-Lead Electro-Cardiogram (EKG) reading. •    Performs assigned tasks to maintain a safe patient environment. •    Understands the handling of routine, timed and life threatening collection. Has knowledge of location for phlebotomy supplies within the laboratory. Assists patients in explaining proper collection of special procedures and handing out instruction sheets.     •    Collects and handles drug screen collection and Breath Alcohol testing for employment required by the Department of Transportation.   •    Participates in obtaining the proper diagnosis from the physician for testing.  •    Understands the role that the laboratory...

The Medical Assistant - Certified performs clinical and clerical duties under the supervision and guidance of the Clinic Manager/Licensed Medical Professional. Performs delegated administrative and nursing tasks necessary for the care of the patient.  Duties/Responsibilities: •    Performs all point of care related skills to include phlebotomy, prepares specimens for transport to reference labs, and shows competency in performance of in-clinic lab testing. •    Performs clinical procedures as permitted by certification and as assigned by Clinic Manager/Licensed Medical Professional. •    Prepares and administers medications according to established policy and procedure and as permitted by certification. •    Transcribes Licensed Medical Professional orders accurately and completely. •    Addresses learning needs of the patient/family; plans, provides, evaluates & documents patient/family education. •    Provides for the safety of patients by following established policies,...

The Reg Rad Tech performs age specific radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders. Assists in supervising ancillary personnel. All competencies listed in the position description are based on a patient age population including infancy (birth to l year), toddler (1 to 3 years), pre-school (3-6 years), school age (6-12 years), adolescence (12 to 18 years), early adulthood (19 to 45 years), middle adult (45-59 years) late adult (61 to 79 years) and geriatric (80 years and up). The Reg Rad Tech is responsible to the Manager, Diagnostic Proc/CT/MRI for core behavioral and technical competence. Direct technical and core behavioral supervision is provided by the Manager, Diagnostic Proc/CT/MRI. Medical direction is provided by the Radiologist. Duties/Responsibilities: •    Reviews physician order, checking for special instructions, consults with the radiologist when necessary, greets and identifies the patient and...

The Case Manager – RN manages the overall interdisciplinary plan of care for a patient, from admission to discharge. Ensures that the plan of care is medically necessary, timely, coordinated, facilitated and effectively communicated to the physician, healthcare team, and patient to improve quality, safety, satisfaction and effective discharge planning. Acts as a liaison between patient/family and healthcare staff to ensure necessary care is provided promptly and effectively; Uses approved criteria to evaluate severity of illness and medical necessity; Conforms with the requirements of regulatory bodies and all contracted third party payers; Actively participates in RAC and compliance activities; Knowledgeable about acute care standard concepts, practices, and procedures; Actively involved in Clinical Documentation Management Program (CDMP) and Utilization Review services.     Duties/Responsibilities: Ensures that the plan of care is medically necessary, timely, coordinated,...

The Clinical Laboratory Assistant contributes to the implementation of the plan of care under the direction of the Lead phlebotomist and/or Laboratory Director. Performs delegated tasks necessary for the care of the patient. Duties/Responsibilities: •    Safely performs all skills of phlebotomy and meter glucose testing. •    Correctly obtains a 12-Lead Electro-Cardiogram (EKG) reading. •    Performs assigned tasks to maintain a safe patient environment. •    Understands the handling of routine, timed and life threatening collection. Has knowledge of location for phlebotomy supplies within the laboratory. Assists patients in explaining proper collection of special procedures and handing out instruction sheets.     •    Collects and handles drug screen collection and Breath Alcohol testing for employment required by the Department of Transportation.   •    Participates in obtaining the proper diagnosis from the physician for testing.  •    Understands the role that the laboratory...

The Medical Assistant - Certified performs clinical and clerical duties under the supervision and guidance of the Clinic Manager/Licensed Medical Professional. Performs delegated administrative and nursing tasks necessary for the care of the patient.  Duties/Responsibilities: •    Performs all point of care related skills to include phlebotomy, prepares specimens for transport to reference labs, and shows competency in performance of in-clinic lab testing. •    Performs clinical procedures as permitted by certification and as assigned by Clinic Manager/Licensed Medical Professional. •    Prepares and administers medications according to established policy and procedure and as permitted by certification. •    Transcribes Licensed Medical Professional orders accurately and completely. •    Addresses learning needs of the patient/family; plans, provides, evaluates & documents patient/family education. •    Provides for the safety of patients by following established policies,...

The Clinical Documentation Specialist is responsible for improving the overall quality and completeness of clinical documentation to obtain entitled payments, avoid fraud, and enhance quality documentation. This involves extensive record review and interaction with physicians, nursing staff, other patient care givers, and Health Information Management professionals to ensure that documentation reflects the severity of illness, level of service and quality of care rendered to all patients.  Concurrently incorporates regulatory updates and guidelines into CDMP. Is a resource for and educates members of the patient care team in documentation guidelines on an ongoing basis.  Communicates and interacts with all levels of professions, including but not limited to physicians, nursing, managers, ancillary staff, and office staff using various professional, appropriate and persistent techniques in a non-confrontational manner.    Duties/Responsibilities: •    Reviews medical record for...

The Administrative Assistant facilitates the efficient operation of the assigned department by performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks. Duties/Responsibilities: •    Schedule and coordinate meetings and events. Prepare and distribute agendas, formulate notes/minutes/prepare draft documents for final committee/work group review. •    Serves as a liaison in dealing with both internal and external customers and organization; refers individuals to appropriate department contact. Provides direction and/or assistance in resolving problems, issues and/or complaints. •    Researches, compiles, analyzes and summarizes data for regularly assigned or special projects. •    Compiles, composes edits, produces and distributes a variety of documents •    Coordinates and assists in the preparation and monitoring/tracking budgets. Processes expenditures, purchases, budget transfers and other actions. Develops and analyzes financial reports and maintains selected fiscal records. •...

The Home Health Aide performs non-skilled procedures to the home-bound patient. The Home Health Aide creates a work environment that is culturally and age specific. Duties/Responsibilities: •    Observes, reports and documents patient status and the care or services provided. •    Observes and suggests changes to patient/caregiver for internal factors in the home that often cause accidents or an unsafe environment for the patient/family/aide. •    Maintains a clean and safe environment in the patient’s place of residence and performs appropriate nutritional observations. •    Utilizes proper procedures for personal care. •    Utilizes proper technique for transfers and ambulation. •    Demonstrates proficiency and accuracy in other procedures performed in the home. •    Demonstrates appropriate practices based upon the age of the patient served. Skills/Abilities:  •    Basic ability to read, write and follow verbal instructions.  •    Must possess ability to operate a motor...