Physician Assistant - Cardiac Electrophysiology Inpatient, Outpatient, Procedural

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); Hybride; USD 136 000 - 174 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) to join the Cardiac Electrophysiology team.

The PA will provide assessment and management across inpatient, outpatient, and procedural settings to ensure high-quality patient care within Mass General Brigham. The role requires a licensed PA with EP experience or a strong interest in electrophysiology, collaboration with attending physicians, and the ability to educate patients and families about discharge and follow-up

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Physician Assistant is required.
• MA PA license is required.
• Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred.

Responsabilités

• Assess and manage inpatient and outpatient electrophysiology patients.
• Coordinate admissions, pre-procedure assessments, and patient care planning.
• Assist in EP procedures, device implantation, and post-discharge planning.
• Educate patients about discharge, preventive care, and follow-up.

Connaissances

Medical history taking

Quality control

Emergency response

Guideline interpretation

Clear communication

Formation

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant

Description du poste

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries.

Job Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation.

Cardiac Electrophysiology: The Cardiac Electrophysiology (EP) Physician Assistant (PA) will practice in three settings: inpatient, outpatient/ambulatory, and procedural settings. The PA will be involved in all aspects of care with the primary goal of ensuring the effective delivery of care to patients.

Inpatient and peri-procedural care: The physician assistant will be responsible for obtaining and coordinating the following general items: history and physical, laboratory results, charting of clinical findings, registry documentation, orders, sedation assessment, nursing instructions, consent, and other required elements. The physician assistant, in collaboration with the Laboratory Flow Managers, may be asked to help coordinate admissions and transfers to the hospital. The physician assistant will perform pre-procedure assessments in the recovery room/holding area or outpatient setting as needed.

The physician assistant will be knowledgeable about the Cardiac Electrophysiology Laboratory scheduling, procedure room turnover and availability of resources. They will be called upon to manage patients after their procedures (as appropriate and in collaboration with the consult Fellow) while they await transfer to patient floor or discharge. The physician assistant will assist in family liaison.

Following procedures, the physician assistant will manage vascular access, monitor and manage arrhythmias, pacing, drug therapy, O2 therapy, and other non-cardiac medications, under the supervision of the attending physician. The physician assistant will assist in the evaluation and management of clinical events such as fever, altered hemodynamics, CHF, pulmonary complications, abrupt vessel closure, arrhythmias, access site complications and others. The physician assistant will assist in transfers to and from the intensive care units.

The physician assistant will perform patient education regarding discharge including preventive care and risk factor reduction. They will write discharge orders, prescriptions and complete discharge summaries in collaboration with the attending physician. The physician assistant will act as a liaison between the attending cardiologist and family members and will schedule follow-up care as necessary, including VNA if needed.

Ambulatory care: The PA will collaborate with the team in preparing patients for admissions/procedures. Educate patients regarding a variety of electrophysiology treatments and procedures. Works collaboratively with nursing/clinic staff to assist in the care of patients. This includes, but is not limited to: symptom management, evaluation and management, prescription writing, ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies with review by attending MD, patient calls and questions related to electrophysiology clinical care. The PA will provide care via in person clinic visits, virtual clinic visits, and telehealth.

Procedural care: The physician assistant will be responsible for many aspects of care under the supervision of the attending physician, including but not limited to: cardioversions, suturing, cardiac subcutaneous monitor implant/explant, first assisting during diagnostic EP studies/ablations, device implantation and research procedures performed in the EP laboratory, OR and other clinical areas, as well as fluid and electrolyte management, nutrition, pain management, transfusion therapy, anticoagulation management, education, and post-discharge planning.

General / Working Conditions

The PA participates in departmental and organizational committees and programs as appropriate and attends all required meetings, in-services, and professional trainings. Remains actively involved in continuing education with a commitment to self and departmental growth. Identifies areas for professional growth. Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these. Supports initiatives within BWH, the Department of Medicine and the Cardiovascular Division.

Work settings may include ambulatory clinics and treatment rooms, inpatient areas, intensive care units, operating rooms, and/or procedural areas. There may be loud noises, noxious odors, and temperature extremes. A large portion of the workday may be spent either standing or walking and the position may require heavy lifting of equipment and patients.

The PA may be exposed to radiation, potentially infectious bodily fluids, and sharp instruments such as needles and scalpels. Knowledge of Universal Precautions and proper use of surgical sharp instruments may be required. The consequences of contamination from bodily fluids or from being stuck with a sharp instrument include the possibility of physical harm to the employee or others. BWH is a fast paced, dynamic environment with a very large and complex patient volume; exposure to stress in the workplace is expected.

Qualifications

Education
Master's Degree Physician Assistant required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Physician Assistant [State License] - MA PA License required

Experience
Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type Hybrid

Work Location 75 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Employee Type Regular

Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Pay Range $135,720 - $173,867.20/Annual

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EEO Statement

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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