PA - Surgery

About the role

The Surgery Physician Assistant assists, monitors, and manages the day-to-day needs of patients as requested by, in conjunction with, and under the supervision of a physician. Performs the duties and responsibilities of a Physician Assistant according to customary and generally accepted medical standards. This position will support the surgery residents.

Schedule

• Weekends as Needed
• Holiday Work As Needed
• On-Call Commitment Required

Responsibilities

• Provide medical services under the supervision of a licensed physician, consistent with the PA's education, training and experience.
• Performs and documents accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem.
• Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate.
• Manages general medical and surgical conditions based on comprehensive knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and the indications and contraindications of pharmacologic agents and other treatment modalities.
• Prescribes medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and NJ regulations, providing patient education as needed.
• Seeks opportunities to promote Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) PA practice recognition (locally, nationally, and internationally) through conferences, publications, and presentations.
• Provides care that is patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective for the promotion of health and treatment of disease.
• Practices as a healthcare provider according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
• Applies evidence-based and value-based medicine to systematically analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes.
• Evaluates patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety and self-management promotion for chronic conditions.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty.
• Translates 'best practice' into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care.
• Provides culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families.
• Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds.
• Serves as an advocate for patients and families, identifying and addressing obstacles to care progression and escalating issues as appropriate.
• Serves as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team by addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities.
• Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and workgroups as necessary.
• Demonstrates the highest level of accountability for professional practice and adheres to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes.
• Promotes a collaborative work environment supporting the organizational mission, behavior expectations, values, and pillars.
• Mentors other PAs, precepts students in PA programs and participates in educational programs as a clinical expert.
• Identifies patient/family educational needs and collaborates to implement appropriate teaching materials.
• Promotes innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice.
• Participates in clinical research activities and disseminates findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications.
• Identifies ethical care issues and coordinates interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them.
• Comply with HMH and department-specific scope of services, policies and procedures as applicable to role.
• Adheres to all HMH infection control and safety policies.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an approved physician's assistant program, accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Licenses and Certifications

• Physician Assistant License.
• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
• BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.
• AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.

Pay

Minimum rate of $149,177.60 Annually