Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant –

BAS Healthcare, Inc; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

BAS Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Physician Assistant for per diem coverage in Boston, MA. The role involves consultative support for orthopedic and surgical patients, initial assessments on high-risk post-operative cases, and daily rounds with the multidisciplinary team.

The position requires 2–4 years of acute inpatient experience, active MA PA licensure, NCCPA certification, and DEA/Licensure compliance, with opportunities to assist in the operating room and contribute to discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Active PA license in MA or eligible for licensure
• NCCPA certification or eligibility required
• Minimum 2–4 years acute inpatient experience
• Current DEA license

Responsibilities

• Provide consultative medical support to orthopedic and surgical patients.
• Perform initial consultations on high-risk post-operative patients.
• Conduct daily follow-up and rounds with the care team.
• Coordinate discharge planning with case manager and attending physician.
• Assist orthopedic surgeons in surgery per operating room policies and procedures.
• Complete histories and physicals as needed; document care accurately.

Skills

Acute care

Perioperative care

Surgical assist

Patient rounding

Education

Master's degree

Tools

NCCPA

DEA license

BLS

ACLS

Job description

Location:

Boston, MA

Boston is a world-class city that blends rich history with cutting-edge innovation, offering an unparalleled professional environment for healthcare providers. With renowned cultural attractions, diverse neighborhoods, and easy access to top-tier academic and medical institutions, Boston is an exceptional place to live and work.

Facility:

This facility is a nationally recognized center of excellence for orthopedic surgery, providing comprehensive musculoskeletal care to patients from across the region. The hospital is staffed 24 hours a day with a hospitalist physician who provides assistance and clinical supervision, ensuring strong team support and a collaborative care environment.

Opportunity:

Advanced Practitioner / Advance Practice Provider / Physician Assistant

Job Details:

• Per diem position with varying shifts available; must be available a minimum of 16 hours per month with options to work upwards of 1 shift per week
• Provide consultative medical support to orthopedic and other surgical patients throughout the hospital
• Perform initial consultations on high-risk post-operative patients in orthopedic and spine services
• Conduct daily follow-up of patients as determined by medical status
• Work closely with orthopedic and surgical teams to coordinate patient care
• Perform daily rounding and full assessment of medical conditions
• Review accuracy of medications and manage perioperative medical conditions
• Complete daily documentation and coordinate discharge with case manager and attending physician
• Communicate with patients' PCPs when changes to medication profiles are instituted and to arrange follow-up of post-operative complications
• Assist orthopedic surgeons in surgery, adhering to all operating room policies and procedures
• Perform Histories and Physicals as needed
• Initiate appropriate laboratory tests, diagnostic studies, and write prescriptions within parameters of license
• Make accurate identification of problems and diagnoses based on correct interpretation of findings
• Communicate with primary physician regarding the plan of care being initiated or discontinued
• Maintain current and accurate medical record documentation including discharge summaries
• Evaluate on a daily basis the effectiveness of the pain management plan in meeting patient needs
• Respond to calls for orthopedic consultation from all areas including nursing units, Ambulatory Care, PACU, and Bond Center
• Participate in training and education of Physician Assistants and medical students
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for development of educational materials for patients and allied health professionals
• Current licensure to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required
• Certification by NCCPA or certification to practice as Adult or Family Nurse Practitioner required
• Minimum of 2 to 4 years of acute care inpatient experience required
• Current DEA license required
• Current American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certification required
• Master's Degree required; graduate of an accredited PA program or master's prepared in an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program

Compensation:

Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.