NP/PA First Assist FT-Plastic Surgery

1 month ago


Boston, Massachusetts, United States Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) Full time
Under the supervision and direction of the Division Chief and Sr. Administrative Manager, in collaboration with the Advanced Practitioner (APP) will support the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Massachusetts General Hospital and satellite surgical locations. The APP will provide patient care within the operating rooms as first assist, and the outpatient office setting of the surgical practices.

In addition, the APP will coordinate and perform patient assessments, treatment, patient education, and assist in the follow-up. The APP will obtain patient histories, perform comprehensive physical examinations to evaluate plastic surgery patients, arrange diagnostic procedures, coordinate consultations, implement treatment plans, communicate with referring physicians, and provide patient and family education. This position is Mon-Fri, day shift, no nights, no weekends, no holidays.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides and coordinates care of plastic surgery patients at the surgical practices in Boston and Waltham with the possibility of assisting in Danvers or Salem as needed. Provides sound nursing practice using advanced knowledge of clinical patient care. Effectively communicates with patients, families, providers, and staff. Participates in projects, programs, and other activities to support clinical practice and practice operations. Maintains necessary licensure and completes continuing education to ensure performance of all responsibilities.

PLASTIC SURGERY FIRST ASSISTANT DUTIES:
  • Serves (directly or once trained) as first assistant to surgeons during plastic surgery operations/procedures performed in the operating rooms at the afore mentioned hospitals and surgical centers.
  • Preoperative patient management in collaboration with the surgeon.
  • Postoperative patient management in collaboration with other health care providers in the immediate postoperative period and beyond
CLINICAL PRACTICE:
  • Evaluates follow-up patients, and pre- and post-operative patients.
  • Reviews and interprets diagnostic data.
  • Order necessary diagnostic tests, consultations and procedures as requested by the attending surgeon.
  • Conducts examination, preoperative teaching, post-operative evaluation and management, and follow-up.
  • Performs simple skin biopsies, cyst aspirations, incisions, and drains.
  • Removes drains, sutures, staples etc.
  • Completes disability paperwork for patients.
  • Fills out visiting nursing paperwork for patients.
  • Prescribes medications.
  • Completes and submits billing for services in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Serves as an information resource for patients.
  • Coordinates interface between inpatient and outpatient care.
We offer a variety a comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees such as:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Generous paid time off
  • Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
  • Resources for childcare and emergency backup care
  • Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan
  • Employee "Perks" - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.
Qualifications
  • • Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner licensure in Massachusetts
    3-5 years' experience (preferred) in the Advanced Practice role, particularly in either breast oncology, plastic and reconstructive surgery or general surgery arena
  • Surgical PA certification or CRNFA certified (Certified Registered Nurse First Assist)
  • Current Massachusetts Controlled Substance Certificate and DEA license
  • Qualified in all basic and advanced cardiac life support standards as established by the American Heart Association
EEO Statement
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.

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