NICU Physician Assistant: Critical Care Leader

Tufts Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 116,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Medicine seeks a NICU Physician Assistant to support the physician staff in delivering high-quality care to critically ill newborns. You will perform comprehensive initial evaluations, order labs and imaging, and develop care plans under physician supervision.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, triage emergencies, educate families, and participate in rounds and rounds with residents. A PA license, completed PA program, and BLS are required; strong assessment and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Completion of a Physician Assistant program required.
• PA licensure within the first three months following application for medical staff membership and privilege.
• Physician Assistant Certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Manages a broad spectrum of patients and performs a wide range of clinical procedures.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to assess health status and develop care plans.
• Interprets lab and imaging results to inform treatment decisions.
• Coordinate care plans under supervision of licensed physicians; monitor progress.
• Educate patients and families on treatment options and preventive care.
• Participate in rounds and assist with patient disposition; respond to emergencies.

Skills

Patient assessment

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

PA program completion

Job description

Tufts Medicine seeks a NICU Physician Assistant to support the physician staff in delivering high-quality care to critically ill newborns. You will perform comprehensive initial evaluations, order labs and imaging, and develop care plans under physician supervision.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, triage emergencies, educate families, and participate in rounds and rounds with residents. A PA license, completed PA program, and BLS are required; strong assessment and