Physician Assistant

Lifespan; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 125,000 - 158,593; Full time

Job summary

A renowned healthcare provider in Providence is seeking a qualified Physician Assistant to support their neurosurgery team. Responsibilities include caring for pre-operative and post-operative patients, assisting with surgical procedures, and managing patient education. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Biology and an accredited Physician Assistant Program. The position offers a competitive salary range of $125,000 to $158,593.75, with a standard work schedule of Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 4:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology required.
• Graduate of Accredited Physician Assistant Program is mandatory.
• Licensed to practice in Rhode Island or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Care for neurosurgical pre-operative and post-operative patients.
• Prepare patients for surgery and perform evaluations.
• Assist in outpatient clinics and educational sessions for patients.

Skills

Knowledge of patient care

Communication skills

Clinical assessment

Surgical assistance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology

Graduate of Accredited Physician Assistant Program

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Medical documentation software

Job description

Overview

Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties to encompass but not limited to the care and management of patients in accordance with the Brown University Health mission, vision, values, with consideration of the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients. Brown University Health employees are expected to role model the organization\'s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences, Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate.

Responsibilities

• As a member of the team, you will be assigned to a primary neurosurgical practice and will be involved with the care of our neurosurgical pre-operative and post-operative patients.
• You will work closely with and be directly supervised by attending surgeons and other Advanced Practice Providers.
• Comprehensive evaluation and management of patients seen in the outpatient neurosurgery clinic. Patients will be seen in shared clinics with the neurosurgeon, as well as some independent clinics (without the neurosurgeon).
• Prepare patients for surgery (pre-op evaluations, history & physical, obtaining medical clearances).
• Ordering and interpreting diagnostic work-up, including X-rays, MRIs, Cat Scans, EMGs, blood tests, wound cultures, referring to other specialties, coordination of care and prescribing medications, including narcotics.
• Prepare and dictate outpatient clinic notes.
• Serve as a resource to referring physicians/staff/patients/families.
• Provide patient and family education and instruction on pre-operative and post operative care.
• Perform minor office procedures including suture removal, drain removal, surgical wound care, and other various outpatient procedures, as directed by the Neurosurgeon.
• Triaging patient calls and patient portal questions and contacting the neurosurgeon when appropriate.
• Provide follow-up care including the appropriate adjustment of medications in accordance with established protocols or in response to specific instructions from supervising physician.
• Inform and teach patients and families about planned surgical or diagnostic procedures, health promotion/disease prevention activities, medications, and treatments, and assist with the development of teaching materials for patients and families.
• Maintain familiarity with coding documentation.
• Interact with inpatient Advanced Practice Providers and Neurosurgery residents and junior attendings for continuity of care.
• First assisting in the operating room, when needed.
• Provide outpatient cross-coverage to other Neurosurgery specialties in the outpatient group when needed.

Qualifications

• Basic Knowledge: Bachelor\'s Degree in Biology and Graduate of Accredited Physician Assistant Program required.
• Candidates with neurosurgery experience are a plus but will be considered; enthusiastic new graduates or APPs in other specialties interested in Neurosurgery will be considered.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed to practice in the state of Rhode Island.
• Experience: Healthcare environment such as acute care hospitals, physicians\' offices and ancillary healthcare enterprises. Works with medical equipment and has direct patient contact. Safety procedures and precautions are followed to minimize hazards.

Pay Range: $125,000.00-$158,593.75

EEO Statement

Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location

Brown Health Medical Group - 167 Point Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type

M - F 8am - 4:30pm

Work Shift

Day

Daily Hours

8 hours

Driving Required

No