Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Per Diem / BWH

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking healthcare institution is seeking a dedicated Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant to join their dynamic team on a per diem basis. In this role, you will provide essential patient care in various emergency settings, including acute care and urgent care. Your responsibilities will encompass conducting physical examinations, diagnosing illnesses, and prescribing medications while working under the supervision of experienced physicians. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking medical practices and make a significant impact on patient outcomes. If you're passionate about emergency medicine and thrive in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Physician Assistant required.
• Preferred experience as a licensed Physician Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care and counseling to patients in various settings.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests and develops care plans.
• Maintains high-quality documentation and performs bedside procedures.

Skills

Medical History Taking

Emergency Response

Patient Counseling

Effective Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant

Job description

Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Per Diem / BWH

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

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

The Physician Assistant will provide patient care in the Emergency Department on a per diem basis. The clinical care areas include acute care and observation at BWH, acute care and observation at Faulkner Hospital, and urgent care at Brigham and Women’s Foxborough Urgent Care sites. Responsibilities include conducting physical examinations, diagnosing and treating illnesses, ordering and interpreting tests, counseling patients, interacting with family members and colleagues, and prescribing medications. PAs will work under the supervision of an attending Emergency Medicine physician unless they meet the criteria in the EM PA Independent Clinical Guidelines, which requires a minimum of two years of EM experience and demonstration of clinical excellence. The PA will report to the Chief PAs of the Department of Emergency Medicine.

Essential Functions

1. Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in various settings.
2. Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
3. Orders, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and diagnostic tests.
4. Develops care plans and follow-up based on diagnostic findings.
5. Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to policies and regulations.
6. Maintains high-quality, timely documentation including notes and summaries.
7. Performs bedside procedures appropriate to the patient population.
8. Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all policies and standards.

Note: This position requires direct patient care.

Qualifications

Education: Master's Degree in Physician Assistant required. Experience cannot be substituted for the degree.

Licenses and Credentials: Physician Assistant license in the state required.

Experience: Preferred experience as a licensed Physician Assistant.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Skilled in taking medical histories, maintaining quality standards, reacting calmly in emergencies, interpreting guidelines, and effective communication.

Additional Job Details

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 45 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Employee Type: Per Diem

Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

EEO Statement: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to various protected statuses. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request.

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