Physician Assistant Outpatient Clinic Cardiac Surgery
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Job Location:
Boston, NH - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 120390 - 170456
Posted on:
20 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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
Job Summary:The Brigham and Womens Outpatient Clinic Cardiac Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) is a member of the Cardiac Surgery care team within the MGB Heart & Vascular Institute. The PA is a licensed provider who has acquired a broad range of knowledge and skills through the successful completion of a PA program. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of pre- and postoperative outpatient cardiac surgery patients including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. The PA works under the supervision of an attending physician and reports to the department administrator and PA Manager/Director 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. The PA is responsible for returning patient phone calls and checking Epic In-Basket regularly responding to time sensitive messaging as needed.
While the Outpatient Clinic Cardiac Surgery 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 for colleagues.
Qualifications:
We are seeking a full-time 40-hour Physician Assistant to support our outpatient Cardiac Surgery clinic at Brigham and Womens Hospital. Weekly schedule consists of mix of clinical patient-facing time and administrative time. Provides direct care counseling and teaching to a designated pre- and postoperative cardiac surgery 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. 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
Education
Masters Degree Physician Assistant required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No
Licenses and Credentials
Physician Assistant State License - Generic - HR Only required
Experience
2 years of experience as a PA required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of clinical surgical practices and procedures for cardiothoracic patients.
- 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)
Physical Requirements
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$120390.40 - $170456.00/AnnualGrade
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Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Occupational Health Experience
- Pain Management
- Acute Care
- Physical Examinations
- Physiology Knowledge
- Primary Care Experience
- Suturing
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Dermal Fillers
- Medical Imaging
- Botox Experience
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