Outpatient Bariatric/Minimally Invasive Surgery Physician Assistant (FT, 40 Hours, Days)

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join their outpatient Bariatric/Minimally Invasive Surgery team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment with a focus on patient-centered care. You will be responsible for providing comprehensive medical services, including patient assessments, treatment plans, and surgical assistance. Enjoy a balanced work schedule with no weekends or on-call duties, making it ideal for new graduates and experienced professionals alike. This position promises a fulfilling career path in a dynamic clinical setting, where your skills and expertise will make a significant impact on patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must hold at least a Bachelor's degree and graduate from an accredited PA program.
• NCCPA certification and Massachusetts PA license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide varied medical services including physical exams and treatment plans.
• Assist in surgery and other invasive procedures as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Clinical Judgment

Problem Solving

Conflict Resolution

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate of Accredited PA Program

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Join us in our outpatient Bariatric/Minimally Invasive practice. This job includes mostly outpatient/clinic responsibilities, however there is opportunity for inpatient operative time as well (Gastric Bypass, Gastric Sleeve cases, complex abdominal hernia's). Schedule is M-F, 40 hrs. No weekends, No on call, No holidays, no nights. New graduates welcome to apply. Group consists of 4 surgeons and 2 outpatient PA's.

Under the general supervision of a physician, the Physician Assistant is responsible for providing varied medical services, which may include: obtaining complete medical history and performing a physical examination; ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and imaging studies; formulating a diagnosis and treatment plan; prescribing and/or dispensing medication; assisting in surgery or other invasive procedures; rounding on admitted patients; counseling patients and families, and other patient care duties. May be involved with a patient's medical care in any role which the attending physician deems proper and consistent with applicable law, hospital regulations, delineation of privileges, and the Physician Assistant's training, knowledge, skill, and experience.

Position: Outpatient Bariatric/Minimally Invasive Surgery Physician Assistant

Department: Bariatric Surgery

Schedule: Full Time, 40 Hours, Days

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

Qualified Physician Assistants will hold at least a Bachelor's degree and must be a graduate of a PA Program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA) or its predecessor

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

In order to apply for the position, the PA must be National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA) PANCE eligible and eligible for PA licensure in the State of Massachusetts. Documentation of Massachusetts PA license and initial NCCPA certification are required upon hire.

If prescribing medications is included in clinical duties and privileges, Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration and federal DEA Controlled Substance Registration are required.

EXPERIENCE:

Prior experience in similar clinical setting/specialty is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Successful candidates will be self-directed, demonstrate initiative and professionalism, and exercise expert clinical judgment to function independently in this role.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English are required in order to communicate complex medical information to collaborators such as patients and their families, physicians, staff, and community health workers.


• Physician assistants who have exceptional problem solving and conflict resolution skills are preferred.


• Individuals with an interest and/or expertise caring for diverse populations of patients with varying levels of health literacy are encouraged to apply for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans