Physician Assistant PD - Jersey Shore Orthopedics - Toms River

RWJBarnabas Health; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join their innovative team. This role involves coordinating comprehensive orthopedic care, assisting in surgeries, and ensuring patient safety and education. With a focus on collaboration and adherence to best practices, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality healthcare services. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development, making it an exciting opportunity for both experienced professionals and new graduates with a surgical background.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Must have Physician Assistant Certification and licensure in New Jersey.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inpatient orthopedic care in collaboration with physicians.
• Assist with evaluation and management of surgical patients.

Skills

Patient Care

Surgical Management

Communication

Emergency Care

Patient Education

Education

Physician Assistant Certification

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Physician Assistant PD - Jersey Shore Orthopedics - Toms River

Req #: 0000197624

Category: Physician Assistant

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department: Jersey Shore Orthopedics

Location: Barnabas Health Medical Group, 99 Highway 37 West, Toms River, NJ 08755

About RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, covering five million people. It includes eleven acute care hospitals, three children's hospitals, a pediatric rehab hospital, behavioral health centers, trauma centers, emergency departments, outpatient facilities, and more, offering a wide range of healthcare services.

Barnabas Health Medical Group is a multispecialty practice with highly trained physicians providing compassionate, innovative care across New Jersey, supported by the extensive resources of RWJBarnabas Health.

Job Summary

The Orthopedic Physician Assistant is an independent healthcare provider responsible for coordinating inpatient orthopedic care in collaboration with physicians, following practice policies, and adhering to state regulations.

Essential Functions

• Assist physicians with evaluation and management of emergency, inpatient, and surgical patients.
• Perform H&Ps, physical exams, and facilitate patient flow.
• Assist with procedures and surgeries, coordinate patient cases.
• Organize and prioritize work effectively, communicate clearly.
• Implement practice policies, perform assessments, and provide emergency care when needed.
• Order and interpret labs and imaging, prescribe medications per guidelines.
• Maintain current certifications (BLS, ACLS, CME, DEA).
• Perform quality assurance evaluations and other duties as assigned.
• Provide patient education as necessary.

Job Requirements

• Physician Assistant Certification and licensure in New Jersey.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• CDS and DEA licenses.
• Preferably >2 years surgical management experience; open to new grads with surgical background.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k), PTO, Disability, Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Spending Accounts

Additional information about the work environment, community impact, and equal opportunity employment is available in the full description.