Physician Assistant II - Hemodialysis Unit

massgeneralbrigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham in Boston, MA is seeking a Physician Assistant to join the BWH Division of Nephrology to care for patients with dialysis-dependent AKI and ESRD in the Hemodialysis Unit. Responsibilities include clinical assessment, initiating care plans, and follow-up.

The role requires a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant, state licensure, and a minimum of 2 years of PA experience, with collaboration across nephrology and nursing staff in a 40-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree Physician Assistant required.
• Physician Assistant state license is required.
• 2 years of PA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clinical assessment of patients in the Hemodialysis Unit.
• Initiation and follow-up of care plans.
• Documentation in Epic and coordination with nephrology team.
• Maintain knowledge of kidney disease and patient education.

Skills

Taking medical histories

Quality control

Emergency response

Guideline interpretation

Communication with patients and staff

Education

Master's Degree Physician Assistant

Job description

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 and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join the BWH Division of Nephrology to care for patients with dialysis-dependent acute kidney injury (AKI) and End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). The Physician Assistant will see patients in our BWH Hemodialysis Unit. Responsibilities include clinical assessment, initiation of care plan, and follow-up.

Qualifications

Provides comprehensive patient care in alignment with the Nephrology clinical team and in accordance with practice standards.
Oversees interventions and plans based on assessment and protocols under the direction of, and in consultation/collaboration with, a supervising physician.
Documents all assessment data, orders, interventions, results and evaluations within the patient's medical record per established standards.
Evaluates and analyzes the patient's response to therapeutic interventions.
Provides information, education, and support to patients and families and includes them in planning care.
Coordinates care activities in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team to facilitate achievement of patient goals.
Support and coordinate ancillary clinical staff to achieve established performance goals.
Develops and implements Plan of Care reflecting the needs and goals of the patient.
Medications are administered safely in accordance with professional standards of practice and clinical policies and procedures.
Complete patient/insurance paperwork as needed.
Documentation in Epic is consistently complete, accurate, timely and legible in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Epic Encounters are closed within the mandated timeframe benchmark established by the hospital (currently within 72 hours of date of service).
Seeks and maintains personal knowledge regarding kidney disease and associated problems in order to provide accurate resource information to patients.
Maintains clinical competency, professional skills, and knowledge through experiences and formal continuing education programs and independent learning activities.
Responsible for maintenance of all certifications/licensures required to fulfill duties of the position.
Answers telephone calls/messages from patients, family members and BWH clinical staff.
Corresponds with outpatient dialysis units and outpatient dialysis providers.
Willingness to collaborate with hospital colleagues and outside healthcare resources are essential.
Fosters communication between nursing staff, nephrologist and other health care team members.
Participates in the assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation of quality improvement programs, standards of practice, and policies and procedures.

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] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience

2 years of experience as a PA required required

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 - Onsite

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

Grade - 7

Company Culture

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.