Physician Assistant, Pediatric Surgery - Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center

About the role

Treats and provides health care services to patients under direction of a physician. Educates patients on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders or diseases. Manages chronic diseases and illnesses and promotes health and wellness.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and gathers patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results.
• Performs treatment procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and manages infection.
• 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, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree.
• Master of Science Degree in Physician Assistant studies or related field.
• Valid NJ Physician Assistant license.
• American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) Certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Preferred: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification.

Qualifications

Required qualifications include a Bachelor of Science Degree and a Master of Science Degree in Physician Assistant studies or related field. A valid NJ Physician Assistant license and American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) Certification are also required. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification is mandatory, while Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification is preferred.

Skills

Strong clinical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential. Proficiency in medical terminology and computer skills are also important.

Benefits

Includes medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage (for those working 22.5 hours per week or more), life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability (with options to supplement), 403(b) retirement plan (employer match, additional non-elective contribution), paid time off and sick leave, tuition assistance, advancement and academic advising, parental, adoption, surrogacy leave, backup and on-site childcare, well-being rewards, employee assistance program (EAP), fertility benefits, healthy pregnancy program, flexible spending and commuter accounts, pet, home & auto, identity theft and legal insurance.

Pay

Hourly wage or salary range is provided upon request.

Schedule

Hours and schedule details are provided upon request.