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Job description
Physician Assistant - FT Night Surgery JCMC
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Category: Physician Assistant
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Night
Facility: Barnabas Health Medical Group
Department: Surgical APPs - JCMC
Pay Range: $125,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year
Location: 355 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302
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.
Position Summary
The Trauma Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) is an advanced practice provider responsible for the comprehensive management of trauma patients admitted to the Trauma Service.
The PA works collaboratively with the Trauma Attending of the Week, Trauma Medical Director, consulting services, residents, nursing, and ancillary staff to provide high-quality, evidence-based care in accordance with American College of Surgeons standards and RWJBarnabas Health policies
Essential Responsibilities
Trauma Service
Manage all patients admitted to the Trauma Service
Perform initial and follow-up evaluations
Complete history and physical examinations
Perform daily trauma rounds on ICU and floor patients
Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with the attending surgeon
Monitor clinical progress and promptly communicate significant changes to the attending surgeon
Coordinate multidisciplinary patient care
Emergency Department
Evaluate trauma consultations
Respond to Trauma Alert/Activation patients according to hospital protocol
Perform secondary surveys and tertiary examinations
Coordinate admissions, transfers, and consultations
Assist in trauma resuscitations
Procedures
Perform procedures within credentialing and privileges, including: Laceration repair
Chest tube placement and management
Central venous catheter insertion
Arterial line placement
FAST examination
Wound exploration and bedside debridement
Removal of drains, chest tubes, and staples
Incision and drainage procedures
Operating Room
First assist during trauma and emergency general surgery procedures when requested
Assist with perioperative patient management
Participate in postoperative care
Documentation
Complete documentation in a timely manner, including: Admission H&Ps
Trauma consult notes
Daily progress notes
Procedure notes
Transfer notes
Discharge summaries
Medication reconciliation
Discharge instructions
Trauma clinic documentation
Billing documentation compliant with CMS and institutional policies
Care Coordination
Participate in multidisciplinary rounds
Communicate with consulting services
Coordinate rehabilitation placement and discharge planning
Provide patient and family education
Arrange outpatient follow-up
Quality Improvement
Participate in Trauma Performance Improvement (PI) activities
Attend trauma multidisciplinary conferences and M&M conferences
Support trauma registry documentation as needed
Participate in trauma education initiatives
Collaboration
Works closely with:
Acute Care Surgery
Surgical ICU
Emergency Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Neurosurgery
Anesthesia
Nursing
Case Management
Physical and Occupational Therapy
Respiratory Therapy
Pharmacy
Radiology
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
Current NCCPA certification
Current New Jersey PA license
DEA registration
BLS and ACLS certification
ATLS certification preferred, acceptable to obtain after hire
Prior trauma, emergency medicine, surgery, or critical care experience preferred
Schedule
Rotating 12-hour day and night shifts
Weekend and holiday coverage
Coverage may include: Emergency Department trauma evaluations
Trauma inpatient service
Operating Room
Reporting Relationship
The Trauma Surgery PA reports to APP leadership and works under the supervision of the Trauma and Acute Care Surgery attending physicians in accordance with New Jersey law and RWJBarnabas Health policies.
Benefits and Perks
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 RWJBarnabasHealth!
RWJBarnabasHealth 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
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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