Physician Assistant Endocrine Surgery

Overview

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Role involves assisting, monitoring, and managing day-to-day patient needs under the supervision of a physician. Performs duties and responsibilities of a Physician Assistant according to standard medical guidelines. Physician Assistant duties will be in OR and Office, approximately 40% OR and 60% Office.

• 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 knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and the indications/contraindications of pharmacologic agents and other treatments.
• Prescribe 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 PA practice recognition through conferences, publications, and presentations.
• Provide care that is patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective for health promotion and disease treatment.
• Practice as a healthcare provider according to Medical Staff rules and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
• Apply evidence-based and value-based medicine to improve patient care practices and outcomes.
• Evaluate patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety and self-management for chronic conditions.
• Demonstrate clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty.
• Translate best practices 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 coordinated care and clear communication among the healthcare team through daily interdisciplinary rounds.
• 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 work groups as necessary.
• Demonstrate accountability for professional practice and adhere to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes.
• Promote a collaborative work environment supporting the organizational mission, 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 applicable to the role.
• Adhere to HMH infection control and safety policies.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adhere to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

• Education,
  
  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
  
  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 (Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite).
• Licenses and Certifications
  
  Required:
  
  Physician Assistant License;
  National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants; BLS (AHA Basic Life Support) certification.
• Licenses and Certifications Preferred:
  Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted rate of pay is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay at the time of posting and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. Starting at $ annually.

In addition to compensation, comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.