Nocturnist PA: Trauma & Surgical ICU

Society of Critical Care Medicine; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The MetroHealth System in Cleveland is seeking a Trauma & Surgical ICU Nocturnist Physician Assistant to deliver overnight, evidence-based care to critically ill patients in a Level I Trauma Center. You will work with trauma surgeons, residents, and a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized plans and respond to evolving clinical conditions.

The role requires strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, procedural skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited master's degree program for Physician Assistant (PA).
• National certification through NCCPA.
• Licensure: PA license through the State Medical Board of Ohio.
• Eligibility for federal DEA registration.
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association) or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• ATLS certification obtained within 180 days of hire.
• Additional advanced life support certifications as applicable within 180 days of hire.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques and aseptic practices.
• Meet requirements for clinical privileges with The MetroHealth System and apply for privileges at hire.
• Maintain a standard care arrangement or supervision agreement as required by Ohio law.

Responsibilities

• Provide overnight management of critically ill patients in the Trauma and Surgical ICU.
• Collaborate with trauma and critical care teams to develop and implement care plans.
• Evaluate new clinical concerns and respond to changes in patient condition overnight.
• Integrate lab, imaging, and hemodynamic data to document assessments and plans.
• Manage complex postoperative and critically ill patients across surgical subspecialties.
• Perform bedside critical care procedures within scope and privileges.
• Participate in ventilator and hemodynamic management and resuscitation.
• Respond to emergencies and contribute to rapid stabilization.
• Communicate significant changes to team and escalate appropriately.
• Ensure effective handoff between night and day teams.
• Document timely and accurate care plans and orders.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary staff to deliver comprehensive care.
• Promote patient/family education and safety.
• Uphold MetroHealth mission and standards.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Procedural skills

Communication

Decision-making

Education

Master's degree in Physician Assistant

NCCPA certification

OH PA license

DEA registration eligibility

BLS certification

ATLS certification

Tools

ATLS

Job description

The MetroHealth System in Cleveland is seeking a Trauma & Surgical ICU Nocturnist Physician Assistant to deliver overnight, evidence-based care to critically ill patients in a Level I Trauma Center. You will work with trauma surgeons, residents, and a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized plans and respond to evolving clinical conditions.

The role requires strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, procedural skills, and excellent communication.