CO Physician Assistant

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant for its Department of Otolaryngology. This position involves both independent and collaborative work in an outpatient clinic focusing on thyroid and parathyroid conditions. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and relevant certifications.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as PA in State of Maryland or other state where practicing.
• Some related experience in an otolaryngology and/or procedure-oriented surgical field is preferred.
• Experience with ultrasound is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient's health status through diagnostic procedures and tests.
• Provide therapeutic patient care under direction of a Physician.
• Complete perioperative, order sets, and discharge instructions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical ability

Knowledge of medical terminology

Emergency handling

Patient care protocols

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Certification by the NCCPA

Completion of a CAAHEP certified PA program

Tools

Epic EMR system

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University is seeking a CO Physician Assistant for the Department of Otolaryngology, Division of Head and Neck Endocrine Surgery. The Physician Assistant will work in an outpatient clinic setting both independently (after a period of supervised training and skills acquisition) and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary health team focused on providing comprehensive care to Thyroid and Parathyroid patients. They will work to diagnose and treat patients with a variety of thyroid and parathyroid conditions including tumors, nodules and hyperparathyroidism. The employee will be responsible for making independent decisions regarding patient care and must exercise professional judgment and decision-making.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Under the direction, supervision and responsibility of a physician, and in accordance with established policies.
• The PA will evaluate patient’s health status through diagnostic procedures and tests.
• Provides therapeutic patient care under direction of a Physician and in accordance with established protocols.
• Provide timely and high-quality Otolaryngology consultation services of inpatients at the Johns Hopkins Hospital; and outpatients at the clinic.
• Service team in completing patient-care and administrative task; refinement of protocols and monitoring of quality and clinical outcomes towards service improvement.
• Completion of perioperative, order sets and discharge instructions.
  
• Clinic-based evaluation and management of patients with symptoms of thyroid and parathyroid conditions.
  
• Advanced interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively and efficiently with patients, patient family members and all members of the interdisciplinary health care team.
  
• Ability to competently perform (after a period of supervised training) thyroid and parathyroid procedures requiring use of required instruments.
  
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of thyroid and parathyroid conditions and disorders.
  
• Ability to function effectively in a fluid, dynamic and rapidly changing environment.
  
• Must be self-directed and possess mature judgment and motivation.
  

Communications

• Must be able to communicate clearly in verbally and in written form.
  
• Must efficiently use the Epic electronic medical record system (after a period of training)
  
• Scientific writing skills are valued.
• The position is almost exclusively focused on thyroid and parathyroid conditions, and prior training and experience in these disciplines is highly desirable.
  
• Must successfully complete all necessary Epic training courses and other applicable clinical software systems. Prior experience with Epic is advantageous.
  
• Must complete all required HIPAA and other specified online training courses.
  
• Other computer or other special needs for the position: Operates personal computer and/or laptop to access email, computerized scheduling and documentation databases, and other basic office support software.
  
• Sonogram will also be a routine part of daily practice. Prior experience with ultrasound will be advantageous.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• A comprehensive understanding of clinical and/or surgical procedures, patient care procedures, medical protocols and testing procedures.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, chemistry, psychology, pharmacology, clinical medicine, radiology, microbiology and pathology.
• The analytical ability necessary to evaluate and determine health status of patient and implement proper care plan.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to interview, teach and counsel patients and work in teams with physician attending, residents and nursing; instruct health care personnel on procedures and treatment.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate patient history, physical examination findings and laboratory values, and makes preliminary diagnosis of patients for review by physician.

The Johns Hopkins University is seeking a CO Physician Assistant for the Department of Otolaryngology, Division of Head and Neck Endocrine Surgery. The Physician Assistant will work in an outpatient clinic setting both independently (after a period of supervised training and skills acquisition) and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary health team focused on providing comprehensive care to Thyroid and Parathyroid patients. They will work to diagnose and treat patients with a variety of thyroid and parathyroid conditions including tumors, nodules and hyperparathyroidism. The employee will be responsible for making independent decisions regarding patient care and must exercise professional judgment and decision-making.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Under the direction, supervision and responsibility of a physician, and in accordance with established policies.
• The PA will evaluate patient’s health status through diagnostic procedures and tests.
• Provides therapeutic patient care under direction of a Physician and in accordance with established protocols.
• Provide timely and high-quality Otolaryngology consultation services of inpatients at the Johns Hopkins Hospital; and outpatients at the clinic.
• Service team in completing patient-care and administrative task; refinement of protocols and monitoring of quality and clinical outcomes towards service improvement.
• Completion of perioperative, order sets and discharge instructions.
  
• Clinic-based evaluation and management of patients with symptoms of thyroid and parathyroid conditions.
  
• Advanced interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively and efficiently with patients, patient family members and all members of the interdisciplinary health care team.
  
• Ability to competently perform (after a period of supervised training) thyroid and parathyroid procedures requiring use of required instruments.
  
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of thyroid and parathyroid conditions and disorders.
  
• Ability to function effectively in a fluid, dynamic and rapidly changing environment.
  
• Must be self-directed and possess mature judgment and motivation.
  

Communications

• Must be able to communicate clearly in verbally and in written form.
  
• Must efficiently use the Epic electronic medical record system (after a period of training)
  
• Scientific writing skills are valued.

Additional Competencies

• The position is almost exclusively focused on thyroid and parathyroid conditions, and prior training and experience in these disciplines is highly desirable.
  
• Must successfully complete all necessary Epic training courses and other applicable clinical software systems. Prior experience with Epic is advantageous.
  
• Must complete all required HIPAA and other specified online training courses.
  
• Other computer or other special needs for the position: Operates personal computer and/or laptop to access email, computerized scheduling and documentation databases, and other basic office support software.
  
• Sonogram will also be a routine part of daily practice. Prior experience with ultrasound will be advantageous.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• A comprehensive understanding of clinical and/or surgical procedures, patient care procedures, medical protocols and testing procedures.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, chemistry, psychology, pharmacology, clinical medicine, radiology, microbiology and pathology.
• The analytical ability necessary to evaluate and determine health status of patient and implement proper care plan.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to interview, teach and counsel patients and work in teams with physician attending, residents and nursing; instruct health care personnel on procedures and treatment.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate patient history, physical examination findings and laboratory values, and makes preliminary diagnosis of patients for review by physician.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree; Certification by the NCCPA or similar national certifying body.
• Completion of a CAAHEP certified Physician Assistant program.
• Must be licensed as PA in State of Maryland or other state where practicing.
• Experience may be considered in lieu of bachelor's degree, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some related experience in a otolaryngology and/or procedure-oriented surgical field.
• History of strong organizational skills, analytical skills, customer service skills, clinical sensitivity, medical terminology, excellent computer skills and the ability to multi-task.
• High level of interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills is essential.
• Excellent communication, mathematical computation, spelling, and grammar skills.
• Knowledge and compliance of HIPAA rules and regulations in the dissemination of patient Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Experience in the Johns Hopkins system.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

**Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR certification required. Must maintain current licensure and certification during duration of employment. Completion of the JHH credentialing process is required prior to start date**

Physical Requirements:

Sitting, standing and walking for extended period. Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction. Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s). Ability to move standard equipment through a hospital or clinical environment.

Classified Title: Physician Assistant
Working Title: CO Physician Assistant
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MG
Starting Salary Range: $100,00 - $148,390 (Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00-4:30
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Oto Endocrine
Personnel area: School of Medicine

Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate’s conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion .

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Accommodation Information

If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at [e-mail] . For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit accessibility.jhu.edu .

Johns Hopkins has mandated COVID-19 and influenza vaccines, as applicable. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/ .

The following additional provisions may apply, depending on campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

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The Johns Hopkins University is a private research university in Baltimore, Maryland.

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