Neuroscience APP Physician Associate (PA)

CarePoint Health Management Associates; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with Company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

CarePoint Health Management Associates is seeking a Neurology Physician Assistant to provide inpatient care services in Jersey City, NJ. The role requires assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients while collaborating with physicians in a team approach.

Ideal candidates will hold an unrestricted medical license in New Jersey and have prior inpatient experience. The position offers competitive pay, full-time benefits including medical, dental, vision, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted medical license in New Jersey mandatory.
• Prior inpatient experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose patients, providing treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physicians for acute and long-term care.
• Maintain patient documentation according to guidelines.

Skills

Inpatient care experience

Patient assessment and education

Collaboration with clinical team

Education

Medical License in New Jersey

ACLS and BLS certification

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

The Neurology Physician Assistant is responsible for providing inpatient care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. May have specialized in a specific type of clinical care, e.g., ob/gyn & oncology and have an interest in Neurology. PA will cover neurology service as well as neurointervention and surgery.

• Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assessing presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination.
• Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness. Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.
• Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws. Handles minor lacerations. Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments. Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention. Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs. Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies. Prepares documentation for medical records including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized manner.
• Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team on area of specialty. Complies with patient confidentiality requirements. Promotes patient advocacy.
• Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long‑term medical needs of patient. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e‑mails.

Day shift. 7a‑7pm/12‑13 shifts per month. Weekends and holidays are a requirement with this role.

What We’re Looking For

• Prior inpatient experience (preferred)
• Maintain unrestricted medical License in New Jersey, CDS, DEA, ACLS, and BLS
• Candidates of all experience levels invited to apply

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Full Time Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with Company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Advancement and career development opportunities
• Malpractice

Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date, during the influenza season, if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical exemption.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.