Physician Assistant Cardiology

Brown Medicine; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 128,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health and The Miriam Hospital in Providence, RI seeks a Physician Assistant to evaluate inpatients, develop treatment plans, and coordinate admission through discharge with nursing and attending physicians. Emphasis on family-centered care aligns with the hospital's mission.

The role requires RI PA licensure, ACLS/BLS, and at least two years in acute care settings. Expect a day shift with 12-hour shifts and a pay range reflecting seniority and hospital norms.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physician Assistant Program.
• Current RI Physician Assistant license.
• Completion of a course in American Heart Association Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
• Two years experience in an acute care hospital or physician practice.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and records medical histories and performs physical examinations with appropriate discharge plans.
• Participates in development of patient care management plans with physicians and nurses.
• Provides educational and liaison support to health care team members.
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers regarding procedures and post-procedural care.
• Assists in evaluation of patients in the emergency room as needed.
• Supports quality improvement and infection control in line with hospital policies.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education & liaison

Emergency care awareness

Education

Physician Assistant program

Tools

ACLS

BLS

Job description

SUMMARY: Under general supervision of the Hospital Attending Physician/Hospitalist, in collaboration with clinical nursing staff, is responsible for evaluation of, and development of treatment plans for the inpatients. Assists in the care and management of medical patients to include, but not limited to, admission history and physical, ongoing assessment and intervention, coordination or inpatient, and discharge planning. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patient. Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services with the Brown University Health and The Miriam Hospital’s mission, vision, values with consideration of the life span, including all development stages as well as cultural patterns.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Obtains and records medical histories, performs and records physical examinations, records pertinent progress notes in the medical records, develops treatment and discharge plans, develops follow-up plans, and initiates life‑saving measures in emergency situations until aid arrives.
• Initiates patient status and participates in the development of a patient care management plan with the registered nurses and the attending physician.
• Provides educational and liaison supports to health care team members.
• Participates in the education of patients, families, and caregivers regarding any procedures, post‑procedural care, and expected outcomes and progress.
• May perform other duties as requested by the attending physician/hospitalist including, but not limited to evaluation of patients in the emergency room.
• Always maintains due regard for compulsive communication between the Physician Assistant and the attending physician or his/her delegate.
• Participates in quality improvement teams, and other committees, as needed.
• Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Graduate of a Physician’s Assistant Program. Current RI Physician Assistant license. Completion of a course in American Heart Association Basic Life Support advanced Cardiac Life Support.

EXPERIENCE:

Two years experience in an acute care hospital or physician practice.

Pay Range:

$127,504.00-$161,782.40

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906

Work Type:

S-S 12 hr. shfits

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:** **

12 hours

Driving Required:

No