About this opportunity
Boston Medical Center lists this Experienced Physician Assistant (Per Diem, Plastic Surgery) opportunity in boston, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the general supervision of a physician, the Physician's Assistant is responsible for providing varied medical services, including: obtaining complete medical history and performing a physical examination; ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and imaging studies; formulating a diagnosis and treatment plan; prescribing and/or dispensing medication; assisting in surgery or other invasive procedures; counseling patients and families, and other patient care duties. May be involved with a patient's medical care in any role which the attending physician deems proper and consistent with applicable law, hospital regulations, delineation of privileges, and the Physician Assistant's training, knowledge, skill, and experience. Position: Experienced Physician Assistant Department: Hand Plastic Surgery Schedule: Part Time
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree. Must also be a graduate of a Physician Assistant Program approved by the American Medical Association.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES, & REGISTRATIONS: Must be licensed as a Physician Assistant in Massachusetts. A certificate issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), may be required for certain departments. If prescribing medications is included in clinical duties and privileges, Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration and federal DEA Controlled Substance Registration are required.
EXPERIENCE: Prior experience in similar clinical setting/specialty preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Expert clinical judgment to function in an independent role. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in order to collaborate with patients, families, physicians, staff, and community health workers. Ability to be self-directive and demonstrate initiative in addressing responsibilities of the position. Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal and written information in English to medical center staff, patients, families and external customers. Ability to utilize appropriate problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Must be able to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information.
Compensation Range
Compensation Range: $53.85- $78.13 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness.
BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.
Benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy)
Discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases
Flexible Spending Accounts
403(b) savings matches
Paid time off
Career advancement opportunities
Resources to support employee and family well-being
NOTE
NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too.
Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to or call to let us know the nature of your request.
Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital.
BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Worksite address
boston, MA, 02298, US
Who can apply
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