SSM Health

Physician Assistant - Hospital Medicine

Saint Louis, MO

full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

SLUCare Physician Group, a member of SSM Health is seeking applicants for Hospitalist Physician Assistants. The position is at Saint Louis University Hospital.

Duties include:

  • Communicating with patients primary care physicians to obtain relevant medical history information and to coordinate care with other providers
  • Providing clinical support to patients in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
  • Performing diagnostic tests such as blood work or urinalysis to monitor patient health and detect disease progression
  • Performing physical examinations and conducting medical procedures, such as administering injections or drawing blood
  • Educating patients about their diagnosis, treatment plan, and any lifestyle changes they need to make to improve their health
  • Coordinating with other healthcare professionals to ensure that patients receive appropriate care in a timely manner
  • Performing diagnostic tests such as x-rays, MRI scans, ultrasound scans, etc. to evaluate injuries or illnesses
  • Educating patients about their condition, treatment options, and follow-up care plans
  • Providing emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times such as illness or injury

About SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital:

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, a LEVEL 1 Time Critical Diagnosis hospital in Stroke, Trauma and STEMI, is at the forefront of ground-breaking medical treatments, procedures, clinical trials and comprehensive patient care. Our commitment to research and innovation allows us to treat you and your family with the care you deserve. SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital has been an academic hospital in the St. Louis community for more than 80 years.

We serve as the medical teaching hospital for Saint Louis University School of Medicine, and exclusively staffed by the SLUCare Physician Group. This relationship between SSM Health, SLUCare and Saint Louis University School of Medicine provides advanced health care solutions that benefit our community.

Community Description:

Home to the famed Gateway Arch, St. Louis is one of the most livable cities in the country. This sprawling metropolitan mecca features a large variety of neighborhoods and communities spanning six counties. With an affordable housing market, trendy neighborhoods like Cherokee Street and Delmar Loop, and the booming economic landscape of the city make this one of the most attractive cities for young professionals. There is more to do per square mile in St. Louis than in any other city in the state. With restaurants, parks, recreation, cultural activities and sporting events, there's always something to do or see here.

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.

Posted December 3, 2024