Physician Assistant Surgery Outpatient Inpatient OR

Physician Assistant Surgery

The Physician Assistant assists, monitors, and manages the day-to-day needs of patients as requested by, in conjunction with, and under the supervision of a physician. Performs the duties and responsibilities of a Physician Assistant according to customary and generally accepted medical standards. Surgical PA for our Brick and Oakhurst outpatient office with rounding and OR at OceanUMC and Jersey ShoreUMC. On call commitment required.

Responsibilities include providing medical services under the supervision of a licensed physician, performing and documenting accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments, ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures, managing general medical and surgical conditions, prescribing medication safely and effectively, and promoting Hackensack Meridian Health PA practice recognition. The PA also provides care that is patient- and family-centered, practices as a healthcare provider according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff, applies evidence-based and value-based medicine, evaluates patient/family transition of care planning, demonstrates clinical expertise, translates best practice into clinical practice, provides culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education, facilitates consistent, coordinated care, serves as an advocate for patients and families, participates in clinical research activities, and complies with HMH and department-specific scope of services, policies and procedures.

Qualifications required include successful completion of an approved physician's assistant program, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and proficient computer skills. Licenses and certifications required include Physician Assistant License, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, and BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.