Night Shift Emergency Medicine PA

RWJBarnabas Health; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical and Prescription Drug

Dental and Vision

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Employee Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Physician Assistant for the Observation Associates in New Brunswick. The role focuses on delivering primary health care in the Emergency Department, with emphasis on early detection, treatment, and prevention of diseases.

The PA will work under supervision, perform exams, coordinate care, and manage patient flow in a fast-paced setting. Required PA certification, NJ licensure, BLS/ACLS, and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Emergency medicine clinical knowledge.
• Strong communication skills in high-pressure ED.
• Effective time management and prioritization.
• Ability to work with ED/hospital teams.
• Willingness to work night shifts and extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and records patient history.
• Performs physical and medical screening examinations.
• Completes diagnostic and therapeutic studies.
• Orders diagnostic tests and therapies as appropriate.
• Establishes diagnostic decisions and initiates treatment plans.
• Coordinates patient care with ED staff and specialists.
• Counsels patients on health issues and prevention.
• Completes charting promptly and accurately.
• Manages patient flow in the ED.
• Performs procedures under physician supervision.
• Adheres to legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.
• Participates in ED staff meetings and education.
• Completes required HIPAA/EMTALA training.

Skills

Emergency medicine knowledge

Verbal & written communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

Physician Assistant Certification

NJ State Board licensure/registration

BLS & ACLS Certifications

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Physician Assistant for the Observation Associates in New Brunswick. The role focuses on delivering primary health care in the Emergency Department, with emphasis on early detection, treatment, and prevention of diseases.

The PA will work under supervision, perform exams, coordinate care, and manage patient flow in a fast-paced setting. Required PA certification, NJ licensure, BLS/ACLS, and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.