Physician Assistant Nephrology

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• 3 full days of outpatient clinic: see patients in outpatient clinic setting
• the APP will see patients with CKD/ESRD for General and Interventional Nephrology (5-7 patients a day)
• see patients for post discharge follow up in need of expedited evaluation.
• provide education for patients approaching ESRD, encompassing renal transplantation hemodialysis (HD), peritoneal dialysis (PD), and home HD options
• Facilitate kidney replacement (KRT) planning for pre-dialysis CKD patients, in collaboration with Renal Transplant, Transplant Surgery, and Interventional Nephrology
• provide protocolized care for early-stage CKD patients and diabetic patients, both with and without proteinuria
• collaborate with attending physicians in the shared care of Renal clinic patients
• 1.5 days dedicated to administrative responsibilities, care coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Assist in the coordination of care for patients with the primary care teams and other sub‑specialists involved in the care of patients
• Provide education to patients and families
• Document in the medical record as appropriate and communicate observations and findings to the attending physicians
• Monitor environment of care and comply with regulatory agency standards
• Ensure that his or her clinical practice is consistent with physician assistant policies, procedures and standards
• Collaborate with the Medical Director in protocolizing patient care algorithms and in educating Renal providers on said protocols
• Participate in QA/QI projects as appropriate

The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

• Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
• Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries.
• Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.

Education

Master's Degree Physician Assistant required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Physician Assistant [State License] - MA license required

Experience

Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred

Knowledge,

Skills And Abilities

• Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

45 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$ - $/Annual

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