PA - Urogynecology Per Diem (Multiple Campus)

About the role

The Per Diem Uro Gyn OR Physician Assistant assists, monitors, and manages the day-to-day needs of patients under the supervision of a physician. Performs duties according to customary and generally accepted medical standards. Coverage includes JFK (Primary), Riverview, Old Bridge, and Jersey Shore University Medical Center.

2 years of experience surgically trained in robotic surgery and preferred experience in Urogynecology/OBGYN.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical services under the supervision of a licensed physician, consistent with the PA's education, training, and experience.
• Perform and document accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem.
• Order, perform, and interpret laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate.
• Manage general medical and surgical conditions based on comprehensive knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and treatment modalities.
• Prescribe medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and NJ regulations, providing patient education as needed.
• Promote Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) PA practice recognition through conferences, publications, and presentations.
• Provide patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective care for health promotion and disease treatment.
• Practice according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
• Apply evidence-based and value-based medicine to systematically analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes.
• Evaluate patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety, and self-management promotion for chronic conditions.
• Demonstrate clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty.
• Translate "best practice" into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care.
• Provide culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families.
• Facilitate consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among the healthcare team through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds.
• Serve as an advocate for patients and families, addressing obstacles to care progression and escalating issues as appropriate.
• Act as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team by addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities.
• Participate in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and workgroups as necessary.
• Adhere to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes.
• Promote a collaborative work environment supporting the organizational mission, behavior expectations, values, and pillars.
• Mentor other PAs, precept students in PA programs, and participate in educational programs as a clinical expert.
• Identify patient/family educational needs and collaborate to implement appropriate teaching materials.
• Promote innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice.
• Participate in clinical research activities and disseminate findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications.
• Identify ethical care issues and coordinate interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them.
• Comply with HMH and department-specific scope of services, policies, and procedures.
• Adhere to all HMH infection control and safety policies.
• Perform other duties and/or projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education.
• Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant License.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer platforms, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.

Pay

Minimum rate of $71.72 hourly.