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MainStreet Family Urgent Care

Physician Assistant

Jasper, GA

$87K - $119K/yr

Few other positions will allow you to exercise the full scope of care your program and experience ... Physician Assistant Board Certification required * MSN, or higher education required (New graduate ...

MainStreet Family Urgent Care

Physician Assistant

Macon, GA

$95K - $130K/yr

Few other positions will allow you to exercise the full scope of care your program and experience ... Physician Assistant Board Certification required * MSN, or higher education required (New graduate ...

MainStreet Family Urgent Care

Physician Assistant

Athens, GA

$96K - $130K/yr

Few other positions will allow you to exercise the full scope of care your program and experience ... Physician Assistant Board Certification required * MSN, or higher education required (New graduate ...

MainStreet Family Urgent Care

Physician Assistant

Cairo, GA

$66K - $90K/yr

Few other positions will allow you to exercise the full scope of care your program and experience ... Physician Assistant Board Certification required * MSN, or higher education required (New graduate ...

MainStreet Family Urgent Care

Physician Assistant

Hahira, GA

$82K - $111K/yr

Few other positions will allow you to exercise the full scope of care your program and experience ... Physician Assistant Board Certification required * MSN, or higher education required (New graduate ...

MainStreet Family Urgent Care

Physician Assistant

Winder, GA

$88K - $119K/yr

Few other positions will allow you to exercise the full scope of care your program and experience ... Physician Assistant Board Certification required * MSN, or higher education required (New graduate ...

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What is an assistant physician program?

An Assistant Physician Program is a structured pathway that allows medical school graduates who have not completed a residency to work under the supervision of a fully licensed physician. These programs are designed to address healthcare provider shortages, particularly in underserved or rural areas. Assistant physicians can perform many clinical functions, such as diagnosing and treating patients, but must work under direct supervision. The exact roles and requirements for assistant physicians vary by state, and participation in the program often requires passing certain medical exams and obtaining a special license.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant physician, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Physician, you need a medical degree (such as an MD or DO), strong clinical knowledge, and the ability to perform patient assessments under supervision. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), diagnostic tools, and compliance with state licensure requirements are typically expected. Excellent communication, teamwork, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for effective patient care and collaboration with supervising physicians. These skills and qualifications are vital for providing safe, competent care while supporting healthcare teams and ensuring positive patient outcomes.

What opportunities for mentorship and professional development are available within an assistant physician program?

Assistant Physician Programs typically offer structured mentorship from experienced physicians, providing new graduates with guidance as they transition into clinical practice. Participants frequently attend workshops, case discussions, and continuing education sessions to enhance their medical knowledge and clinical skills. Many programs emphasize interprofessional collaboration, giving assistant physicians the chance to work closely with nurses, specialists, and healthcare administrators. This supportive environment helps develop both clinical competence and professional confidence, paving the way for future career advancement.

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Nurse Practitioner ( + 1st Assist) / Physician Assistant

The Joseph M Still Burn Centers INC

Austell, GA • On-site

$98K - $126K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Description

The Burn and Reconstructive Centers of America (BRCA) is committed to following our mission that harkens back the first patient in 1978: Healing Patients. Healing Families. Healing Lives. Our mission is important to us because it's important to those we serve.


Since the first patient was treated at Doctors Hospital in Augusta, Georgia, in 1978, our physicians banded together to first create Physicians' Multispecialty Group to provide patient care. PMG evolved into Joseph M. Still Burn Centers, Inc. (JMS), the forerunner of BRCA. And now BRCA continues to grow and partner with hospitals across the country to provide patient access to a continuum of care that supports the patient from initial injury through long-term rehabilitation, while ensuring no patient is turned away. We provide quality burn, hand, wound and reconstructive care to patients through new facilities, new partnerships and the latest advancements in care.


Four decades later, BRCA is the nation's most extensive burn system. Patients from nearly every state in America and more than a dozen countries have been treated by our providers. Headquartered in Augusta, GA, Burn and Reconstructive Centers of America provides services from the nation's largest individual burn center: the Joseph M. Still Burn Center at Doctors Hospital of Augusta.


Burn and Reconstructive Centers of America is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner  (with First Assist)  to join our team of dedicated professionals in the critical care, trauma and burn arenas. Burn and Reconstructive Centers of America is the nation's largest burn network with locations throughout the United States. Candidates much be willing to travel, as needed, and participate in staff education.


Responsibilities

  • Focus is on the reconstructive care of patients.
  • Patient management of in the inpatient hospital, outpatient clinic
  • Team approach and collaborative environment.
  • Perform patient history and physicals
  • Order and interpret laboratory tests and x-rays and provide diagnosis
  • Perform medical treatment and diagnostic procedures
  • Perform minor surgical procedures
  • 1st or 2nd assist during surgery, as required by supervising physician and/or training
  • Instruct and counsel patients on treatment plans
  • Preoperative and postoperative care
  • Medication prescribing may also be necessary depending on state/facility  

Requirements


  • Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
  • Successful completion of PANCE
  • Maintain NCCPA Certification
  • Licensure in state practicing
  • First Assist required for Nurse Practitioners

We offer Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/401(k)/Vacation and Holidays. Burn and Reconstructive Centers of America is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer 

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