Physician Assistant (101810)
Company: U.S. Dermatology Partners
Location: Mount Pleasant
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Description SECTION 1: Job Summary (Summary of the basic
functions of the position) A Physician Assistant is a healthcare
professional licensed to practice medicine with physician
supervision; provides health care services to patients under
direction and responsibility of physician(s); diagnoses and treats
diseases of human skin by performing the following duties. SECTION
2: Duties and Responsibilities (Responsibilities necessary to
accomplish job functions) Examines patient, performs comprehensive
physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including
health history and results of physical examination. Diagnoses
patient conditions, examines skin to determine nature of disease,
administers or orders diagnostic tests, taking blood samples,
smears and skin biopsies from affected areas, and interprets test
results for deviations from normal. Treats illnesses, abscesses,
skin injuries, malignancies, skin infections, and other skin
conditions Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, and
other procedures as appropriate. Assists Physician(s) in surgical
procedures, surgically excises cutaneous malignancies, cysts,
birthmarks, and other growths, suturing, wound care, and other
procedures as appropriate. Develops and implements patient
management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision
of continuity of care. Instructs and counsels patients regarding
compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and health
maintenance. Prescribes and administers medications under the
supervision of the physician(s) and in accordance with regulations
of the State Medical Board/Regulatory agency for PA’s. Adheres to
all safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and
responsibilities while supporting a culture of high quality and
great customer service. Performs other duties that may be necessary
or in the best interest of the organization. Qualifications SECTION
3: Experience Requirements Minimum two years of work experience in
a medical office, required. Minimum two years of Dermatology
experience, required SECTION 4: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Requirements Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, required.
Thorough knowledge of medical billing coding, including CPT and
ICD-10 coding, required. Detail oriented, professional attitude,
reliable Management and organizational skills to support the
leadership of this function Ability to follow or provide verbal &
written instructions with sufficient grammar and spelling skills to
avoid mistakes or misinterpretations Interpersonal skills to
support customer service, functional, and team mate support needs
Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in
writing Mathematical and/or analytical ability for basic to
intermediate problem solving Basic to intermediate computer
operation Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Specialty knowledge of systems relating to job function Knowledge
of state and federal regulations for this position; general
understanding of HIPAA guidelines SECTION 5: Supervisory
Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory
responsibilities.
Keywords: U.S. Dermatology Partners, Longview , Physician Assistant (101810), Healthcare , Mount Pleasant, Texas
