Bariatric Surgery PA — Perioperative Specialist

RWJBarnabas Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnabas Health Medical Group in New Jersey is seeking a Physician Assistant to join the NBI Bariatric Program on a day shift. The PA will manage health problems, coordinate care, and assist in bariatric surgery for the department.

The successful candidate must hold a NJ PA license, a valid DEA, and current BLS and ACLS certifications. Perioperative care and collaboration with physicians and health teams are essential to ensure MBSAQIP compliance.

Qualifications

• Valid PA license in the State of New Jersey
• DEA license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

Responsibilities

• Interacts with patients, family members, and care teams to gather histories and develop treatment plans.
• Obtain complete patient histories, review records, perform physical exams, and document medical status and plans.
• Maintain current licensure and continuing medical education credits as required by New Jersey State Law.
• Communicate treatment progress with the care team and supervise perioperative care.
• Assist with surgical cases in the operating room and prescribe medications as appropriate.
• Refer patients to licensed physicians when condition or circumstances warrant.

Job description

Barnabas Health Medical Group in New Jersey is seeking a Physician Assistant to join the NBI Bariatric Program on a day shift. The PA will manage health problems, coordinate care, and assist in bariatric surgery for the department.

The successful candidate must hold a NJ PA license, a valid DEA, and current BLS and ACLS certifications. Perioperative care and collaboration with physicians and health teams are essential to ensure MBSAQIP compliance.