PD Physician Assistant Surgical APP's - JCMC

Job Title: PD Physician Assistant

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Surgical APP's - JCMC

Req #:

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $57.69 - $91.34 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Required:

• Physician Assistant
• Current Physician Assistant Certification
• CDS
• DEA
• Current BLS/ACLS

Preferred:

• Acute care certification
• 3-5 years of acute care hospital experience

Scheduling Requirements:

• Scheduled as needed-Days Night Shift Weekends Holidays

Essential Functions

• Perform history and physical examinations in preparation for surgical procedures
• Order appropriate laboratory radiologic and special diagnostic tests and interpret and report to surgical team
• The APP may be asked to see emergent consults in the ED and when appropriate treat conditions within the scope of the APP s practice and experience
• Communication of complicated surgical emergencies and appropriate preparation for surgery will also be expected
• Assist with inpatient daily rounds as assigned
• This can include insertion/discontinuing central lines including but not limited to chest tubes arterial lines wound dressing changes bed side procedure insertion of temporary dialysis catheters daily physical exams and addressing any concerns of the patients on the service
• Thoroughly explains procedures to patients
• Thoroughly explains procedures to patients prior to testing
• Perform appropriate interpretation of laboratory/diagnostic testing
• Responsible for discharging patients in collaboration with the attending
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills communicates effectively and demonstrates time management
• Performs duties independently and coordinates care with the bedside nurse attending physician and other consulting providers,
• Compassionately interacts with patients across different areas of care

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