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Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our Interventional Radiology team in St. Louis, MO. This position is M-F days with no on call or weekends. This is a tremendous opportunity to join an established team and enjoy great work-life balance as well...apply today! The WashU Interventional Radiology team currently consists of 16 physicians and 10 Physician Assistants at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Missouri Baptist Hospital, and Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital. Once trained, this Physician Assistant will independently perform image-guided procedures primarily. There will be occasional cross covering of the inpatient consult and rounding service. The role will provide direct and indirect patient care in procedural, inpatient, and outpatient settings across the continuum of Interventional Radiology care. Functions in collaboration with the health care team in accordance with certification and licensure. Provides healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician; conducts complete physicals, provides treatment, and counsels patients; may, in some instances, prescribe medication. New grads welcome to apply with experience from surgical rotations. Responsibilities Performs physical assessments/examinations. Assesses and counsels patients and obtains medical histories. Monitors patient's adherence to protocols. Coordinates screening for research studies. Collects and records data per research requirements and guidelines. Develops and implements adherence plans used with protocols. Bills for professional services as permitted by the collaborative practice agreement. Interprets diagnostic tests results for deviations from normal. Prescribes therapy or medication with physician approval. Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram and laboratory test. Performs therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care and infection management. Provides physicians with assistance during surgery or complicated medical procedures. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in service meetings and workshops. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objective, quality assurance programs, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Working Conditions Normal office environment Exposure to blood-borne pathogens Requires protective devices Patient care setting Direct patient care setting Physical Effort Typically sitting at desk or table Typically standing or walking Typically bending, crouching, stooping Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less) Equipment Office equipment Clinical/diagnostic equipment Education Master's degree - Physician Assistant Studies Certifications / Professional Licenses Basic Life Support - American Heart Association Basic Life Support - American Red Cross Physician Assistant - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Physician Assistant - Missouri Division of Professional Registration Work Experience No specific work experience is required for this position. Physician Assistant Theory And Practice (1 Year) Skills Adaptability Communication Customer Empathy Detail‑Oriented Epic EHR HIPAA Compliance Interpersonal Communication Interpersonal Relationships Multitasking Organizing Patient Care Patient Management Teamwork Time Management Salary $97,000.00 - $174,600.00 / Annually The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Benefits Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate‑level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Washington University in St. Louis

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