Employer: GW Medical Faculty Associates
Location: Qatar Doha
Position Summary:
Location: Qatar Doha
Position Summary:
The NP /PA will be credentialed according to the medical staff regulations of the hospital in which they work. When working in the ED, they will be under the supervision of an appropriately credentialed ED attending physician. The attending physician will be expected to see all patients and countersign all records and orders generated by NP/PA’s
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned. • Performs evaluation and problem identification of patients. • Performs history and physical examination of patients. • Order and interpret laboratory data and radiological tests. • Monitor patient status and response to treatments. • Adequately document findings in the ED medical record. • Recommend appropriate therapeutic interventions. • Interact with consultants as appropriate. • Provide education and counseling for patients. • Order appropriate therapeutic interventions. • Supervise health science and medical students as appropriate. • Perform procedures for which practitioner is credentialed as dictated by patient need. • Interact with nursing and technologist staff. • Participate in the educational programs of the Department. • Participate in Departmental quality assurance, risk management, and compliance efforts.
Requirements Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have a US passport.
Education:
Current licensure as nurse practitioner/ nurse or physician assistant in appropriate jurisdiction. NCCPA certification is necessary.
Experience:
Some previous ED experience is recommended. Excellent communication skills required.
Typical Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods of time. Requires manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine, and other office equipment. Typical Mental Demands: Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner. Must be able to follow and understand instructions, and react favorably in all work situations. Must be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people. Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Works in a clinic and/or emergency room setting.