Physician Assistant - Pain Management- Cumberland office bei None

Physician Assistant - Pain Management - Cumberland office

About the Role:

The Physician Assistant in Pain Management plays a critical role in delivering comprehensive care to patients experiencing acute and chronic pain conditions. This position involves collaborating closely with physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized pain management plans that improve patient quality of life. The role requires expertise in assessing patient symptoms, performing diagnostic evaluations, and administering or recommending appropriate treatments including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies. The Physician Assistant will also provide patient education on pain management strategies, medication usage, and preventive care to empower patients in managing their conditions effectively. Ultimately, this role aims to optimize functional outcomes and reduce pain-related disability through evidence-based clinical practices within a multidisciplinary healthcare setting.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current and unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the practicing state.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Demonstrated experience or training in pain management, orthopedics, or related clinical areas.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in urgent care, family medicine, pediatrics, surgery, critical care, or trauma settings.
• Additional certification or training in pain management or related subspecialties.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and healthcare documentation standards.
• Strong background in patient education and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Advanced skills in procedural interventions related to pain management.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough patient histories and physical examinations focused on pain assessment and related conditions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized pain management treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Prescribe medications, perform minor procedures, and coordinate referrals to specialists such as orthopedics, surgery, or critical care as needed.
• Educate patients and their families on pain management techniques, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications to support recovery and prevent complications.
• Document patient encounters accurately and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and institutional policies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and optimize patient care strategies.
• Respond to urgent care and trauma cases requiring immediate pain management interventions.
• Stay current with advances in pain management, orthopedics, and related fields through continuous professional development.

Skills:

The required skills such as pain management, orthopedics, and urgent care are essential for accurately diagnosing and treating patients with diverse pain-related conditions on a daily basis. Family medicine and pediatrics knowledge enable the Physician Assistant to provide holistic care across different age groups, ensuring tailored treatment plans. Surgery, critical care, and trauma skills are utilized when managing acute pain scenarios and coordinating with surgical teams for perioperative pain control. Patient education skills are critical for effectively communicating treatment plans and empowering patients to manage their pain proactively. Together, these skills support a comprehensive approach to pain management that enhances patient outcomes and fosters multidisciplinary collaboration.