Physician Assistant — Direct Patient Care & Procedures

Martha's Vineyard Hospital; Oak Bluffs (MA); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

The Martha's Vineyard Hospital is seeking a licensed Physician Assistant to join our clinical team. The PA will assess and manage diverse patient populations across ambulatory, inpatient and procedural settings, develop care plans, perform histories and exams, order tests, and write prescriptions in accordance with policy.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant studies, is state-licensed, and has at least two years of PA experience with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies required.
• Physician Assistant licensure (state) required.
• Minimum 2 years PA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching across ambulatory, inpatient, operative and procedural settings.
• Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Develops plans of care and follow-up based on diagnostic findings.
• Orders medications and writes prescriptions per organizational policies.
• Maintains thorough and timely documentation including notes and discharge summaries.
• Performs bedside procedures as appropriate.

Skills

Medical histories

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Emergency care

Education

Master's degree Physician Assistant

Job description

The Martha's Vineyard Hospital is seeking a licensed Physician Assistant to join our clinical team. The PA will assess and manage diverse patient populations across ambulatory, inpatient and procedural settings, develop care plans, perform histories and exams, order tests, and write prescriptions in accordance with policy.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant studies, is state-licensed, and has at least two years of PA experience with strong communication and