Physician Assistant Spine Center

Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Inc.; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join their Spine Center team. This role involves assessing and managing diverse patient populations, performing physical examinations, and developing care plans. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies and have experience in a clinical setting. You will be part of a dynamic team committed to delivering high-quality patient care and making a significant impact in the community. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to innovative medical practices, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Physician Assistant required.
• Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete histories and physical examinations.
• Develop appropriate plans of care based on diagnostic findings.
• Provide direct care and counseling to patients.

Skills

Medical History Assessment

Emergency Response

Patient Communication

Quality Control Standards

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant

Tools

Diagnostic Tests Interpretation

Job description

Physician Assistant Spine Center

Apply remote type Onsite locations Brookline-MA Jamaica Plain-MA

Time type Full time

Posted on Posted 2 Days Ago

Job requisition id RQ4013098

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.

Job Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation.

Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting.

1. Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
2. Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
3. Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
4. Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
5. Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries.
6. Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.

Qualifications

Education: Master's Degree Physician Assistant required

Licenses and Credentials: Physician Assistant [State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience: Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
2. Ability to maintain quality control standards.
3. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
4. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
5. Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 850 Boylston Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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