Physician Assistant-FT Days-Surgical APP's - JCMC-Jersey City-NJ

Job Overview:

Provides pre-operative, operative and post-operative patient care, under the direction and supervision of the attending surgeon and in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures of the hospital and the state Physician Assistant Act.nResponds to and participates in the evaluation and resuscitation of trauma patients.Will act as the neurosurgical liaison by evaluating and informing the on call neurosurgeon of new and established patients. Observe and care for the service patients in the surgical intensive care unit, inform critical care intensivist of patient condition, and participate in daily rounds. Participates in student and patient education.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an AMA accredited physician assistant program and licensed by the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners.. May begin entry level without experience. Successful of all required orientation programs.
• Required to have obtained BLS and ACLS certifications, must obtain ATLS within the first year of employment.
• Must be available to work any shift that is assigned including night s holidays and weekends. Assists surgeons of various specialties in the operating room.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• Day
• 40 hours

Essential Functions:

• Enhances professional growth and development through attendance and/or participation in CME programs.
• Obtains and records detailed and accurate case histories and physical examination at the direction of supervising physician. Participates in the education of medical and physician assistant students. Participates in delivery of health care services to patients (records progress notes, requests non-invasive diagnostic studies.
• Performs routine therapeutic procedures which have been ordered, prescribed or directed by supervising physician, and may include giving injections, administering medications and requesting diagnostic studies.
• Provides patient counseling and patient education service at the direction of supervising physician; facilitates referral of patients to hospital services as appropriate transcribes or executes specific orders at the direction of supervising physician, and records detailed narrative case summaries).
• Reports observations in progress notes, delineates problems and presents findings to supervising physician. Sutures and cares for wounds, removes sutures and clips, and changes dressing under the supervision of supervising physician.
• Performs numerous procedures that include but are not limited to, central line insertion, dialysis catheter insertion, arterial line insertion, closed tube thoracotomy, superficial tissue biopsy, incision and drainage of abscess. Have the capability to work a rotating schedule that includes day, night, weekend and holiday shifts.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information

$115,000 Minimum to $162,000 Maximum Annual Base Salary

Let us shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education, and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer