Physician Assistant - The Office of Dr. Sayani

The Office of Dr. Sayani, a division of Summit Medical Group, is seeking a Physician Assistant to join their practice. This is a Full-time opportunity.

Responsibilities: (List does not include all duties assigned)

• Performs complete physical exams, obtains complete medical histories, and records findings.
• Orders (and, as appropriate, performs) appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• Determines preliminary diagnoses and therapeutic plans by obtaining, interpreting and integrating data.
• Administers medications and injections in compliance with state law and clinic guidelines. Sutures minor lacerations.
• Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments. Educates patients regarding health and illness prevention. Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits. Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information. Posts tests and examination results. Triages patient telephone calls and provides consultation.
• Maintains certification required for the position; Attends continuing medical education, as appropriate.
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
• Adheres to all aspects of the corporate compliance plan.
• Actively participates in site-level Quality Improvement Activities. Each employee will contribute to the continual evaluation site performance as well as the implementation and measurement of improvement activities that increase the quality of care provided to patients.
• Performs other related duties as appropriate.

Education: Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program required (typically 2 yrs) and completion of national certification exam.

Experience: Prefer a minimum of three years of experience in a clinic setting preferred.

Certification/License: Current Tennessee license required.

Summit Medical Group is East Tennessee’s largest primary care organization with more than 415 providers at 87 practice locations in 19 counties. Summit also consists of four diagnostic centers, mobile diagnostic services, eight physical therapy centers, four express clinics, central laboratory, and sleep services center. Summit provides healthcare services to more than 370,000 patients, averaging over one million encounters annually. For more information, visit www.summitmedical.com

In addition to our commitment to the health of our community, our organization is also committed to the health of our employees through our employee Wellness Program.  Employees receive a discounted monthly insurance premium if they actively participate in the wellness program. Pre-employment drug testing will occur prior to starting work and only candidates who pass the drug test will be considered eligible for employment.