Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery

Suburban Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 79,887 - 123,818; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Continuing medical education opportunities

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Washington is seeking a highly skilled Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its General Surgery team. This full-time position focuses on inpatient rounding, collaborating closely with surgeons and residents to ensure exceptional patient care. Candidates must have completed an accredited Physician Assistant program, hold NCCPA certification, and possess a valid Maryland license. The role involves daily patient rounds and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Valid and unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant in Maryland.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in general surgery or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily rounds on surgical patients.
• Collaborate with surgeons and nursing staff on care plans.
• Provide consultations for surgical evaluations.
• Participate in surgical call schedule.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient-centered care

Teamwork

Healthcare technology proficiency

Education

Accredited Physician Assistant program

Certification by NCCPA

Valid license in Maryland

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Requisition #: 666082
Location: Suburban Hospital, Bethesda, MD 20814
Category: Advanced Practice Providers
Schedule: Rotating Shift
Employment Type: Full Time

Make it happen at Hopkins! Johns Hopkins Suburban Hospital is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our General Surgery team. This unique position focuses on inpatient rounding responsibilities. The successful candidate will work closely with surgeons, residents, and other healthcare professionals to provide exceptional patient care and support the surgical team.

Work Schedule: Rotating shift, 36 hours per week. Some weekends and on call are required.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily rounds on surgical patients, assessing their recovery and managing post-operative care.
• Collaborate with attending surgeons, residents, and nursing staff to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Provide consultations for inpatients requiring surgical evaluations.
• Participate in the surgical call schedule, covering weekends and holidays on a rotational basis.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to departmental meetings and case reviews.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records, documenting patient care activities and outcomes.
• Educate and mentor medical students, residents, and other healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Valid and unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Maryland.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Physician Assistant in general surgery or a related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and proficiency in using healthcare technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in an academic medical center or teaching hospital.
• Interest in participating in clinical research and quality improvement projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plans with employer contributions.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Continuing medical education (CME) opportunities and reimbursement.
• Access to cutting-edge medical facilities and technologies.
• Professional growth and advancement within the Johns Hopkins Health System.
• Authorization to Work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.

Salary Range: Minimum $57.99/hour - Maximum $89.88/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.