Multiple Departments Physician Assistant - Multiple Locations, South Carolina

Departments / Practice Areas:
• Neurosurgery & Spine
• Orthopedic Spine
• Cardiology
• Vascular Surgery
• General Surgery
• Hospital Medicine (Hospitalist)
• Critical Care / Intensive Care
• Urgent Care / Emergency Medicine
• Pain Management
• Surgical Services

Position Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) provides comprehensive medical care under the supervision of a licensed physician in a variety of clinical and hospital-based specialties. This role includes evaluating patients, performing examinations, developing and implementing treatment plans, coordinating care across disciplines, and delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in outpatient, inpatient, surgical, urgent care, and critical care settings.

Key Responsibilities (General Across All Roles)

• Maintain a professional image and demonstrate excellent patient, visitor, and staff relations
• Assess patient needs through history, observation, physical examination, and diagnostic review
• Record findings, formulate assessments, plans, and prognoses based on patient condition
• Plan, implement, and coordinate care to meet age-specific and holistic patient needs
• Perform physical examinations and preventative health measures within physician guidelines
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans
• Foster an environment of compassion, professionalism, integrity, and respect for patients and families

Specialty-Specific Responsibilities (May Vary by Department)

Professional Standards

• Practice evidence-based medicine and adhere to internal quality improvement initiatives

• Minimize unnecessary testing while maintaining high-value patient care

• Participate in professional development and required continuing education
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, teamwork, and leadership within the healthcare environment

Work Environment & Scheduling (Varies by Department)

• Outpatient clinic, inpatient hospital, ICU, surgical, and urgent care settings
• Hospitalist schedule may include 7-on/7-off with rotating call responsibilities
• Clinic-based specialties typically follow weekday business hours
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team models

Qualifications / Training

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program
• New graduates are encouraged to apply for select departments (e.g., Cardiology, Vascular, General Surgery, Pain Management, Neurosurgery, and select critical care roles)
• Minimum of two years of experience required for Urgent Care, Hospitalist, and select specialty roles
• Five or more years of experience required for advanced orthopedic spine roles

Licensure / Certifications

• Active State of South Carolina Physician Assistant license verified by NCCPA
• Prescriptive authority or eligibility to obtain
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required for Hospitalist, Critical Care, and Vascular roles