Physician Assistant Plastic & Oral Surgery (40 hrs)

Boston Children's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing comprehensive healthcare services, including IV sedation and emergency management, to patients of all ages in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree from a recognized Physician Assistant Program and a current Massachusetts license, along with strong analytical and communication skills. Join this forward-thinking institution to make a meaningful impact on patient care and experience a collaborative work culture that values diversity and teamwork.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Childcare subsidies

Student loan subsidies

Generous time off

403(b) plan

Pension

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Master's degree from a recognized Physician Assistant Program.
• Current Massachusetts Physician Assistant License is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Providing IV conscious sedation for patients in oral surgery clinics.
• Managing pre-operative and post-operative care for patients.

Skills

Emergency Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Master's Degree from a Physician Assistant Program

Current Massachusetts Physician Assistant License

Job description

At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.

Physician Assistant Job Responsibilities:

1. Providing IV conscious sedation for patients ages 5 to young adults in our fast-paced oral surgery clinics.
2. Starting IVs independently on patients.
3. Preparation and administration of IV procedural sedation medications as well as other IV medications.
4. Monitoring and assessing the patient before, during, and after recovery.
5. Responding to emergency situations that may arise during sedation.
6. Educating patients and families prior to and after procedures.
7. Performing telephone triage, pre-op, and follow-up calls.
8. Providing comprehensive healthcare services to plastic and oral surgery patients of all ages, including eliciting histories, performing examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, and counseling patients.
9. Managing all aspects of pre-operative and post-operative care, as well as assisting during surgery.
10. Managing emergency situations during sedations.
11. Facilitating appropriate patient referrals within the scope of practice delegated by the supervising physician.
12. Working 40 hours per week, scheduled as four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree from a Physician Assistant Program.
• Current Massachusetts Physician Assistant License.
• At least 1 year of emergency medicine or ICU experience, as a PA or EMT with ACLS level care.
• Strong understanding of emergency management and response capabilities during sedation.
• Ability to travel to Boston Children's Hospital satellite locations.
• Flexibility and collaborative spirit.
• Analytical skills and cross-functional experience.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.

Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and benefits including flexible schedules, health, vision, dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous time off, 403(b) plan, pension, tuition reimbursement, license and certification reimbursement, cell phone discounts, and T-pass discounts. Join us to experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.

Note: Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, unless eligible for a medical or religious exemption.

Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.