Physician Assistant (PD) Days - ER Physician - Hamilton, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health; Hamilton Township (NJ, MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant for their Emergency Department. This role offers the opportunity to deliver critical care, manage patient histories, and coordinate with a dynamic healthcare team. You will be instrumental in providing high-quality patient care, conducting diagnostic studies, and ensuring compliance with medical standards. Join a forward-thinking organization that values teamwork, professional growth, and a supportive work environment. This position promises not only a rewarding career but also competitive benefits and a chance to make a real difference in the community.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Plans

401(k)

PTO

Short & Long Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Physician Assistant with state registration.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required for emergency care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver primary health care in the Emergency Department.
• Coordinate patient care with other health professionals.
• Manage patient flow and perform medical screenings.

Skills

Clinical Emergency Medicine Knowledge

Strong Communication Skills

Time Management Skills

Education

Physician Assistant Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Advanced Life Support (ACLS) Certification

Job description

Physician Assistant (PD) Days - ER Physician - Hamilton, NJ
Req #: 0000198116

Category: Physician Assistant

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: Emergency Medicine Associates

Department: ER Physician - HAM

Location:

Emergency Medicine Associates,
1 Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690

Job Summary:

The Emergency and Hospitalist Medicine Physician Assistant will deliver primary health care in the Emergency Department setting to include, but not limited to, the recognition and management of common illnesses and injuries; and the provisioning of care across the health care continuum with emphasis on early detection, treatment, and prevention of diseases.

Essential Functions:

• Obtains and records patient history
• Performs physical and medical screening examinations
• Completes diagnostic and therapeutic studies
• Orders diagnostic laboratory tests, radiological studies or other therapies as appropriate
• Establishes diagnostic decision-making and initiates a treatment plan, which may include
• ordering medications, additional therapeutic modalities, etc.
• Coordinates patient care with other members of the health care team. Initiates consultation requests to other health professionals to provide more comprehensive patient management.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding mental and physical health, referring patients to appropriate specialists/resources.
• Completes charting in a thorough and timely manner
• Adequately manages patient flow in the Emergency Department
• Performs procedures as allowed by state law and under the direction of the supervising or collaborating physician
• Works within legal, regulatory, and ethical practice standards
• Actively participates in Emergency Department staff meetings and risk management education
• Completes required courses, i.e. HIPAA, EMTALA and other CME /CEU requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Physician Assistant Certification
• Registration & Licensure by the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners/ Physician Assistant Advisory required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ACLS) Certifications
• Active membership in a professional organization preferred
• Ability and willingness accommodate scheduling needs including working extended hours, weekdays, overnights, weekends, and holidays

Knowledge and Skills:

• Medical and broad based clinical emergency medicine knowledge
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to effectively and successfully work with all emergency department and hospital employees

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Additional Information:

RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, with a service area covering five million people. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, Community Medical Center in Toms River, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, RWJUH- New Brunswick, RWJUH- Somerset in Somerville, RWJUH- Hamilton, RWJUH- Rahway and Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston; three acute care children s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children s Specialized Hospital), a freestanding 100-bed behavioral health center, trauma centers, a satellite emergency department, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, the state s largest behavioral health network, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, a medical group, multi-site imaging centers and an accountable care organization.

We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision plans
• 401 (k)
• PTO
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer