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Job description
Job Requirements
Capital Region Health is seeking a highly motivated Physician Assistant to join our expanding Acute Care Emergency Surgery (ACES) team in Largo, Maryland. This unique position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive care to trauma and acute care surgery patients while working closely with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, advanced practice providers, nurses, and specialists.
The successful candidate will primarily provide coverage for 24-hour ACES shifts , caring for patients across the continuum of surgical and trauma care. In addition to acute care surgery and trauma services, providers may support urology, plastic surgery, vascular surgery, and thoracic surgery as operational needs require.
This role is ideal for physician assistants seeking a high-acuity, procedure-focused practice with opportunities for surgical first assist, leadership development, and cross-training across multiple specialty service lines.
Position Highlights
Primary coverage of 24-hour Acute Care Emergency Surgery shifts
Work within a Level II Trauma Center environment
Manage complex trauma and acute surgical patients
Perform advanced bedside procedures
First assist in the operating room
Exposure to multiple surgical specialties
Cross-training opportunities with additional APP service lines
Collaborative, physician-led practice environment
Strong commitment to professional development and career growth
Primary Responsibilities
Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive healthcare services to trauma and critically ill surgical patients
Obtain comprehensive medical histories and perform physical examinations
Conduct daily patient rounds and coordinate care plans
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic testing and imaging studiesFormulate diagnoses and initiate evidence-based treatment plans
Manage trauma and acute care surgery patients throughout hospitalization
Communicate effectively with attending physicians, consulting services, nursing staff, patients, and families
Perform advanced procedures as credentialed, including:
Central venous catheter placement
Chest tube insertion
Trauma and acute care surgical procedures
First assist in operative cases
Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatments, and recovery plans
Participate in discharge planning and care coordination
Support quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs
Essential Skills And Qualifications
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking abilities
Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Confidence in autonomous decision-making while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
Excellent procedural and technical skills
Strong organizational and time-management capabilities
Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations and healthcare professionals
Dedication to compassionate, patient-centered care
Commitment To Clinical Excellence
Practice in accordance with Maryland Board of Physicians standards and approved collaborative practice agreements
Maintain competency in trauma, acute care surgery, and procedural skills
Meet all organizational and departmental performance expectations
Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives
Identify and communicate potential patient safety concerns and process risks
Maintain procedural complication rates below national benchmarks
Consistently support evidence-based clinical practice standards
Leadership And Professional Development
Participate in APP Council meetings and service-line meetings
Attend organizational educational programs and professional development activities
Engage in committee participation and leadership opportunities
Support the education and mentorship of APP colleagues, students, and trainees
Participate in specialty-specific educational initiatives and training programs
Contribute to organizational goals and strategic initiatives
High Reliability Organization Culture
Patient Safety and Zero Harm
Clinical Excellence
Professionalism and Accountability
Collaboration and Mutual Respect
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Graduation from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program
Current NCCPA certification
Current Maryland Physician Assistant licensure and registration
Credentialing through the University of Maryland Capital Region Health Medical Staff Office
Current BLS and ACLS certifications
ATLS certification required (may be obtained after hire)
Participation in approved continuing medical education programs
Preferred
Minimum of one year of experience in:
Trauma Surgery
Acute Care Surgery
Emergency Medicine
Critical Care
General Surgery
Continuing Education Requirements
Complete a minimum of 50 Category I CME hours every two years
Complete 32 hours of trauma-related CME
Maintain competency in all required subspecialty areas and procedural skills
Participate in ongoing APP educational opportunities and training programs
Why Join Capital Region Health?
At Capital Region Health, you'll become part of an innovative and growing surgical program dedicated to providing exceptional care throughout the region. Our team offers a supportive environment where advanced practice providers are empowered to practice at the top of their training while advancing professionally through mentorship, leadership opportunities, and continuous learning.
Compensation
Salary is competitive and commensurate with clinical experience.
Please review UMMS Benefits Guide.pdf.
Join our Acute Care Emergency Surgery team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of trauma and surgical patients every day.
We are not accepting inquiries or solicitations from 3rd party recruiters/search firms.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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