Medical -Surgical ICU Physician Assistant II - BWH

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Med Surg ICU Physician Assistant (PA) II to join their multidisciplinary team. This role involves providing critical care to patients in the ICU, requiring advanced clinical skills and a Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience and a valid PA license. The position is onsite at 75 Francis Street, Boston, with a rotating work shift and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a PA required.
• Physician Assistant license in the relevant state required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care in the Med Surg ICU.
• Takes on additional clinical, administrative, and leadership responsibilities.

Skills

Medical history assessment

Quality control standards

Emergency response

Guideline interpretation

Clear communication

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies

Job description

Site: Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a diverse team of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business experts, tech specialists, researchers, and systems analysts, to support our mission. As a not-for-profit organization, we focus on patient care, research, teaching, and community service, aiming to deliver exceptional healthcare. We believe that high-performing teams are essential for groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all qualified applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

The Med Surg ICU Physician Assistant (PA) II is part of the multidisciplinary Med Surg ICU team, responsible for patient care. The ICU serves medical, emergency surgery, and general surgery critical care patients. The team includes intensivist attendings from Surgery, Anesthesiology, Pulmonary Medicine, and Emergency Medicine, along with advanced practice providers.

The PA reports to the Med Surg ICU Chief PA, Medical Director, and administratively to the Administrative Director of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine. Daily supervision is provided by the attending intensivist covering each ICU.

The PA II role is intended for physician assistants with advanced clinical skills and experience, capable of taking on additional clinical, administrative, and leadership responsibilities beyond a PA I. Responsibilities are defined by the department/division and will be part of performance evaluations.

Qualifications

Education

• Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies required.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No.

Licenses and Credentials

• Physician Assistant license in the relevant state required.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a PA required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skilled in taking medical histories, assessing conditions, and interpreting findings.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Calm and effective reaction in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Clear communication skills and ability to establish effective working relationships with patients and staff.

Additional Job Details

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 75 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

EEO Statement: Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process. For accommodations, contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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