will consider new grads with a strong interest/ties to the area

General Summary: In accordance with state and federal law and under the direction and supervision of department physician(s) and in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols, provides patient care that includes but is not limited to medical examination, diagnosis, treatment, referral, and education. Principal

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Performs all duties under the direction and supervision of physician(s) of the department and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

2. Elicits medical history and conducts physical exam on patients to provide health assessment and screen for abnormal conditions.

3. Assesses, diagnoses, and treats medical and surgical problems in accordance with department protocols and records the same for review by the supervising physician(s).

4. Assists the physicians in the hospital setting in providing patient care inclusive of, but not limited to: a. Performing and recording patient’s history & physical b. Making patient rounds and recording progress notes c. Assisting with medical testing as required. d. Provides emergency medical services e. Transmits and executes standing orders f. Orders appropriate tests, medications and therapy as directed by the supervising physician g. Dictates discharge summaries

5. Orders, performs, and interprets routine laboratory and other diagnostic tests and therapy.

6. Consults with and/or refers patients to department physicians, other specialists and medical and community resources as necessary. In doing so, maintains awareness of community services, agencies, resources and health facilities.

7. Administers and/or orders medications according to standard protocols.

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