Physician Assistant

6 hours ago


Edison, New Jersey, United States Hackensack Meridian Health Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Physician Assistant to join our team in the General Surgery department. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the overnight inpatient and operative needs of surgical patients, working in conjunction with and under the supervision of an attending physician.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in surgical subspecialty and excellent communication and leadership skills. They will be responsible for assessing and managing various patient populations, including the overall management of orthopedic surgical patients, ordering and interpreting diagnostic testing, and developing appropriate plans of care.

The Physician Assistant will also be responsible for performing duties in accordance with state and federal regulations, as well as network policies, PA scope of practice guidelines, approved clinical privileges, and the JFKUMC PA policy.

Responsibilities
  • Obtains a thorough patient history, including determination of health status and primary care service needs, analysis of primary symptoms, and assessment of patient compliance with historical primary care treatment plans.
  • Performs an appropriate physical examination and recognizes normal and abnormal findings, recording findings in a clear and concise manner.
  • Communicates with assigned Primary Care physicians regarding pertinent patient information, including actual or potential clinical problems.
  • Collaborates with physicians, family members, social workers, community contacts, and other members of the healthcare team in patient care planning.
  • Utilizes assessment skills and collaborates with other disciplines to develop a comprehensive education plan to meet patient/family needs.
  • Seeks out other professionals to network and create positive alliances, and is committed to a positive and meaningful interaction with patients.
Qualifications
  • APN: Masters Degree in Nursing with Advanced Nurse Practitioner credentials from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program required.
  • PA: Graduate of an accredited PA school.
  • APN/PA: Demonstrates effective communication and leadership skills, including teaching principles, organizational, and presentation skills.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in surgical subspecialty and excellent communication and leadership skills. They will be responsible for assessing and managing various patient populations, including the overall management of orthopedic surgical patients, ordering and interpreting diagnostic testing, and developing appropriate plans of care.

The Physician Assistant will also be responsible for performing duties in accordance with state and federal regulations, as well as network policies, PA scope of practice guidelines, approved clinical privileges, and the JFKUMC PA policy.



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