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Job Description Overview This role is generally responsible for providing care to vascular patients for The Vascular Care Group in Portland, Maine. The Physician Assistant will care for patients, maintain accurate patient records, and schedule and administer follow-up appointments to patients as required. The Physician Assistant will collaborate with clinical leadership and will always act within the scope of practice and under the authority of the attending surgeon. The individual in this role will be responsible for carrying out all assigned responsibilities and duties within the guidelines set forth by the physician staff, and in adherence to the regulations outline by the relevant state Board of Medicine Licensure. Responsibilities Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Diagnosis and management of patients with vascular disease including performance of procedures and providing optimal patient care from check-in to discharge Comprehensive history and physical exams including ordering diagnostic tests, prescribing, dispensing, and administering medications Act as first assist in OBL-based surgeries and interventions Provide education and support to families Develop and offer educational programs and events to both professionals and lay people in the community Assist in maintaining IAC accreditation, including developing policy and procedure manual, staffing, and ongoing operations Oversee Quality Assurance program Peer to peer review to assist with insurance coverage Assist with marketing efforts, including community outreach, networking, and social media Ensure proper documentation in accordance with the regulatory requirements and protect all information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines Continuously engage in projects that advance professional awareness and competency Provide clinical guidance and leadership for teams as needed Uphold all regulatory standards including IAC Complete ad hoc projects as needed Requirement Registered as a Physician Assistant in the state of Maine Passed certification examination of the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Inc. (NCCPA) 3+ years of recent experience as a Physician Assistant in a vascular setting preferred 1+ year of out-patient care preferred Ability to work effectively as a team member developing work relationships with everyone in the office High standard of moral and ethical behavior Compensation $95,000 - $150,000 per year. Negotiable based on skills and experience. #Portland