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Job description
Site: The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc.
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Job Summary
The PA will participate both inpatient and ambulatory care as part of the PA team for the Department of Neurosurgery at South Shore Hospital. All patient responsibilities as outlined above are expected and may also include:
Rounding with the neurosurgical team (Attending physicians and PAs)
Performing inpatient and emergency room consultation and follow-up
performing procedures that may include, but are not limited to:
Staple/suture removal/placement
Wound care/packing
Lumbar drainplacement/removal
Lumbar punctures
NGT placement
Central line placement
Arterial line placement
Spine braces/cervical collar placement and removal
Draping and patient positioning.
The PA will serve as first-call for ED and inpatient consultations, appropriately triaging and calling the neurosurgeon on-call as appropriate.
The PA may serve as OR first assist with neurosurgeon.
The PA may work in the ambulatory setting seeing new patients, established patients or hospital follow-ups.
While the PA can expect a relatively predictable work schedule planned in advance whenever possible, scheduling variations may occur in order to cover clinical needs as they become apparent to the department/clinic.
4 day work week, shifts include day, evening and weekend rotation.
Maintains ACLS certification.
The PA I shall be capable of independently orienting, onboarding, and/or training new hire PAs within the department/division.
The PA I shall be actively involved in ongoing quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT
The physician assistant (PA) is a licensed provider who has acquired a broad range of knowledge and skills through the successful completion of a physician assistant program. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. The physician assistant works under the supervision of an attending physician and reports directly to the department administrator or chief physician assistant administratively. The PA will perform in accordance with all state and federal regulations and institutional policies including but not limited to the BWH PA Scope of Practice, Prescriptive Guidelines, approved clinical privileges, and BWH PA policy.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Principle Clinical Duties and Responsibilities
Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting
Performs complete histories and physical examinations
Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests
Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings
Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures
Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries
Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population
In some settings, the PA may first assist in the operating room or procedural areas
Practices cost effective medicine in an efficient manner, maximizing available resources
Discusses patient data with other physicians and professionals as appropriate in a multidisciplinary setting
Demonstrates expert clinical judgment skills to function in an independent role
Additional duties and responsibilities as required by the department/division
Non-Clinical Duties and Responsibilities
Demonstrates professional collaborative and consultative relationships with other providers
Follows all designated prescriptive practices and monitoring requirements with the designated supervising physician and administrative report
Participates in departmental and organizational committees and programs as appropriate and attends all required meetings, in-services, and professional trainings
Maintains superior interpersonal and communication skills as a member of the healthcare team in order to collaborate effectively with patients, families, staff, and community health workers
Remains actively involved in continuing education with a commitment to self and departmental growth
Adheres to all established safety policies, procedures, and precautions; identifies potential or actual unsafe situations in the environment and takes measures to rectify the situation
Demonstrates understanding of procedures, policies, and documentation required to ensure compliance with hospital standards of care
Additional duties and responsibilities as required by the department/division
ADDENDUM
PA will participate inpatient care as part of the inpatient team for the Department of Neurosurgery at South Shore Hospital.
All patient responsibilities as outlined above are expected and may also include:
Rounding with the neurosurgical team (Attending physicians and PAs)
Performing inpatient and emergency room consultation and follow-up
Collecting clinical data for studies and performing procedures that may include, but are not limited to:
Staple/suture removal/placement
Wound care/packing
Lumbar drain placement/removal
Lumbar punctures
NGT placement
Central line placement
Arterial line placement
Spine braces/cervical collar placement and removal
Draping and patient positioning.
The PA will serve as first-call for ED and inpatient consultations, appropriately triaging and calling the neurosurgeon on-call as appropriate.
The PA may serve as OR first assist with neurosurgeon.
While the PA can expect a relatively predictable work schedule planned in advance whenever possible, scheduling variations may occur in order to cover clinical needs as they become apparent to the department/clinic.
4 day work week, shifts include weekday evening and weekend rotation.
Maintains ACLS certification.
The PA I shall be capable of independently orienting, onboarding, and/or training new hire PAs within the department/division.
The PA I shall be actively involved in ongoing quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Qualifications
Education
Master’s Degree Physician Assistant required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Physician Assistant (State License) -MA A License required
Experience
Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
Ability to maintain quality control standards.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
851 Main Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range
$135,720 - $173,867.20/Annual
Grade
7
EEO Statement
2200 The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .
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Worksite address
weymouth, MA, 02188, US
Who can apply
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