Physician Assistant, Neurosurgery, Per Diem JFK

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join its Neuroscience Department. This role involves co-managing patients in a dynamic surgical environment, ensuring high standards of care under the guidance of experienced neurosurgeons. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background from an accredited PA program and have a passion for neuroscience. With a focus on patient diagnosis and treatment, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients. If you are ready to advance your career in a supportive and innovative health care setting, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a U.S. accredited PA school with a Master's preferred.
• At least two years of surgical PA practice is required.

Responsibilities

• Co-manage patients under supervision of neurosurgical physicians.
• Perform diagnosis and treatment within practice standards.

Skills

Patient Diagnosis

Patient Treatment

Surgical Assistance

Neuroscience Knowledge

Education

Graduate of accredited PA school

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

EPIC

Job description

This health care professional is a physician assistant (PA) on the neurosurgery staff of the Neuroscience Department at JFK whose primary function is the co-management of patients (i.e., their diagnosis and treatment) under the supervision of the neurosurgical and pain management physicians within the recognized standards of practice as defined by the NJ State Department of Health.

Knowledge, Education and Skills Required:

1. Graduate of a U.S. school accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on the Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
2. Masters preferred

Knowledge, Education and Skills Preferred:

1. At least two years of practice as a surgical Physician Assistant
2. Neuroscience experience preferred
3. EPIC experience preferred

Required Certification/Licensing:

1. NJ Physician Assistant License - P.A.
2. NJ Controlled Dangerous Substances Physician Certification - C.D.S.
3. Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate - DEA

Preferred Certification/Licensing:

1. Basic and Advanced Life Support

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.