About this opportunity
RWJBarnabas Health lists this Float Physician Assistant (FT) Days - ER Physician - Elizabeth, NJ opportunity in elizabeth, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Float Physician Assistant (FT) Days - ER Physician - Elizabeth, NJ
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Category: Physician Assistant
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Emergency Medicine Associates
Department: ER Physician - Trinitas
Pay Range: $107,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year
Location: 225 Williamson St, Elizabeth, NJ 07202
Pay Transparency
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview
The Go Team PA/NP is prepared to deliver primary health care, including but not limited to: recognition and management of common illnesses and injuries in the Emergency Department and inpatient setting HM, ICU, some of which may be determined by protocol; provision of care across the health care continuum with emphasis on the early detection and treatment of disease, as well as prevention
Essential Non-Clinical Functions
APP must be flexible and have the ability to travel to various RWJBarnabas locations on a regular basis based on staffing needs
APP must be able to work proficiently in HM, EM, and ICU
Essential Clinical Functions
Work clinical shifts
Membership to the medical staff and/or allied health staff
Maintain appropriate certifications, licenses, and hospital privileges
Obtain and record patient history and perform physical examinations
Responsible for completing a medical screening exam
Perform diagnostic and therapeutic studies
Order diagnostic laboratory tests, radiological studies or other therapies as appropriate
Establish diagnostic decision-making and initiate a treatment plan, which may include ordering medications, additional therapeutic modalities, etc.
Coordinate patient care with other members of the health care team
Initiate consultation requests to other health professionals to provide more comprehensive patient management
Instruct and counsel patients regarding mental and physical health; refer patients to appropriate specialists/resources
Adequately manage patient flow in the ED/HM/ICU
Perform other procedures as allowed by state law and under the direction of your supervising or collaborating physician
Actively participate in department staff meetings and risk management education
Complete thorough and timely chart completion
Complete required courses, e.g., HIPAA, EMTALA, and other CME CEU requirements
Be able to work extended hours including weekdays, overnights, weekends, and holidays
Knowledge and Skills
Medical knowledge, broad based understanding of clinical emergency and hospital medicine
Strong communication skills, written and verbal
Maintain good working relationships with ED/HM/ICU team and hospital medical staff
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Works within legal, regulatory and ethical practice standards
Flexibility with scheduling and willingness to help out with urgent scheduling needs
Education and Work Experience
Must have a minimum of 5 years relevant EM, HM, and/or ICU experience; ideally candidate will be proficient in all
Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies
Physician Assistant Certification
Registration & Licensure by the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners Physician Assistant Advisory required
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ACLS) Certifications
New Jersey CDS and DEA Licensure
Active membership in a professional organization preferred
Ability and willingness to accommodate scheduling needs including working extended hours, weekdays, overnights, weekends, and holidays
Benefits
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)
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RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Worksite address
elizabeth, NJ, 07215, US
Who can apply
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