Physician Assistant,Vascular Surgery Job Morristown area,New Jersey USA,Nursing

Overview

Atlantic Health is seeking a Physician Assistant for AMG Atlantic Vascular. The PA will have inpatient responsibilities at several hospital sites and outpatient duties in Morristown, Rockaway, Pompton Plains, Bridgewater and Clark AMG locations. Flexible availability is required to meet patient needs in both outpatient and inpatient clinical settings, with weekly hours ranging from approximately 40 to 60 hours.

Responsibilities

Treat and provide health care services to patients under the direction and responsibility of a physician. Educate patients on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders or diseases. Assist patients in managing chronic diseases and illnesses and promote health and wellness.

Evaluate patients, perform comprehensive physical examinations, and gather medical data including health history and examination results.

Administer or order diagnostic tests (e.g., x-ray, electrocardiogram, ultrasounds, radiology and laboratory tests) and interpret test results.

Perform treatment procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and manage infections.

Develop and implement patient management plans, enter and complete postoperative orders for same-day surgery patients, record progress notes, and assist in continuity of care.

Instruct and counsel patients regarding adherence to prescribed regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional daily living problems, and health maintenance.

Perform thorough chart reviews and chart checks to verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.

Assist in operating room procedures, including patient positioning, sterile field preparation, intraoperative support, and postoperative handoff when appropriate.

Conduct hospital rounds, respond to inpatient consults, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and update patient plans of care; perform wound care, assess incisions, review labs, manage IV fluids, Foley catheters, and medications; coordinate daily disposition planning, transfers, downgrades, and documentation for discharges and follow-up.

Perform comprehensive inpatient and outpatient preoperative evaluations to confirm readiness for surgery, including review of consents, labs, imaging, medication reconciliation, and perioperative requirements.

Provide support during scheduled outpatient office hours to evaluate, treat, and follow up with patients; triage calls; review and coordinate ordered surgical cases; complete patient forms and documentation; and conduct peer-to-peer insurance reviews to support authorization and continuity of care.

Triages patient calls, reviews and communicates test results, and escalates clinical concerns appropriately.

Perform other related duties as assigned in support of clinical operations for vascular surgery practice.

Qualifications

New Graduates Welcome to Apply!

Required Qualifications:

Master’s degree is required
Current PA Certification from an accredited program
Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Must be willing to travel to Morristown, Rockaway, Pompton Plains, Bridgewater and Clark AMG locations
Must be willing to travel to Morristown, Chilton, Newton, and Overlook Medical Centers
Experience with surgery, cardiology, or critical care is preferred
Strong work ethic and a team player who can work independently

Preferred Qualifications:

3-5 years of clinical experience in hospital-based or surgical practice settings
Proven expertise in pre-operative evaluations, hospital rounding, and inpatient consults
Critical care experience in an acute care setting
Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume outpatient care and conduct independent office visits
Proficiency in clinical procedures (injections, suturing, wound care, infection management)
Strong diagnostic skills, including ordering, interpreting, and communicating test results
Experience triaging patient calls and coordinating follow-up care

Benefits

Competitive salary
Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and vision plans
403b retirement plan with company match
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Physician Assistant, Vascular Surgery