Physician Assistant I Primary Care - Fish Center BWH
Physician Assistant I Primary Care - Fish Center BWH
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Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
The Brigham and Womens Primary Care Physician Assistant I is a member of the Primary care team that cares for adult patients in primary care. The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider. 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 Brigham and Womens Primary Care Physician Assistant is a member of the Primary care team. 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/division/clinic. The PA may occasionally be asked to work clinically during administrative time and/or provide coverage of team members and colleagues. The PA is responsible for being accessible after hours during the week for urgent results of tests they have ordered. The PA is responsible for checking their Epic inbasket regularly & responding to time sensitive info as needed even when not in the office or on site. Essential Functions (Key Roles & 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 Co-manages a patient panel together with a resident cohort and/or attending PCP Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standardsQualifications
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides direct care counseling and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory 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. Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population. 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.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
The appropriate candidate will have successfully completed a graduate level physician assistant program (Masters degree) accredited by the Accreditation and Review Committee for Physician Assistants (ARC-PA) or such other accrediting agency as may qualify a graduate to sit for the NCCPA certifying examination. BS/MS joint programs and those candidates with a BS and PA certificate are eligible but ONLY for those who graduated BEFORE 1995. Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) must be obtained prior to first day of employment. Must hold a current valid license or be eligible for licensure as a physician assistant in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Must have or eligible for and maintain a current DEA registration and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration. Must complete 100 hours of CME according to national and state regulations during each two year period of employment.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
Must have the ability to work in a high stress dynamic busy clinical setting with changing organizational climate. Must have the ability to be self-directive and to demonstrate initiative in addressing the responsibilities of the position. Must have the ability to utilize appropriate problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. Must be energetic and quality driven and have a proven ability to be a productive member of a team dedicated to providing optimal patient care. Must be proficient with BWH computer systems as needed to independently perform daily tasks (EMR Epic preferred). Must maintain the highest degree of professional judgment under the supervision and guidance of a licensed physician.
EEO Statement:
The Brigham and Womens Hospital Inc. 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.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
Fish Center 850 Boylston Street Chestnut Hill
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
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EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Employment Type
Full-Time
