Physician Assistant II - Hemodialysis Unit

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston is seeking a Physician Assistant to join the Division of Nephrology. You will care for dialysis-dependent AKI and ESRD patients, see them in our Hemodialysis Unit, and develop care plans with follow-up;

the role requires a Master’s in Physician Assistant studies, 2+ years of PA experience, strong clinical assessment, teamwork, and Epic documentation skills. Onsite at 75 Francis Street; 40 hours; Day shift; competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Master's degree as Physician Assistant is required.
• Clinical assessment, planning and patient education skills.
• Experience with documentation and care coordination.
• Engagement in quality improvement and collaboration with nephrology team.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients in the hemodialysis unit and initiate care plans.
• Coordinate with Nephrology team to follow up and adjust therapy.
• Document data, orders and interventions accurately in the medical record.
• Educate patients and families and support care planning.
• Communicate with outpatient dialysis units and ensure timely care.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Patient education

Documentation

Quality improvement

Education

Master's Degree Physician Assistant

Tools

Epic

Job description

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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 Nephrologyclinical 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

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

7At 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.

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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