ICU Critical Care Physician Assistant — Day Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401(k)

PTO

Short & Long Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in Rahway, NJ seeks a full-time Physician Assistant for Days in the ICU (Observation Associates) to support high-acuity adult patients and collaborate with intensivists, hospitalists, residents, fellows, and other APPs. The role emphasizes direct patient care, data documentation, and timely interventions in a multidisciplinary ICU team.

Requires a Master's in PA Studies, PA certification, and NJ licensure, with ENLS FCCS certifications due within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies required.
• PA Certification and NJ licensure required.
• ENLS and FCCS certifications required within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-acuity adult patients in a multidisciplinary ICU setting.
• Collaborate with intensivists, ICU hospitalists, residents, and fellows.
• Perform exams, order labs/imaging, and develop treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and coordinate patient care with the team.
• Instruct and counsel patients and ensure timely charting.

Skills

Critical care experience

Ultrasound

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

PA Certification

NJ PA Licensure

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health in Rahway, NJ seeks a full-time Physician Assistant for Days in the ICU (Observation Associates) to support high-acuity adult patients and collaborate with intensivists, hospitalists, residents, fellows, and other APPs. The role emphasizes direct patient care, data documentation, and timely interventions in a multidisciplinary ICU team.

Requires a Master's in PA Studies, PA certification, and NJ licensure, with ENLS FCCS certifications due within specified timelines.