Physician Assistant, Surgery

Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Newton-Wellesley Hospital in Newton, MA is seeking a Part Time Physician Assistant to join a growing inpatient surgical team. The role requires overseeing patient care, including evaluations and treatment plans in an inpatient setting.

The PA will work two day shifts weekly and participate in bedside procedures as needed. A Master's Degree in Physician Assistant and relevant state license are required. Experience is preferred, but motivated new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree Physician Assistant required.
• Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred.
• Strong motivation for surgery for new graduate PAs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care, counseling, and teaching to patients.
• Perform complete histories and physical examinations.
• Order and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic tests.

Skills

Patient assessment

Surgical procedure participation

Documentation skills

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant

Job description

We are seeking a Part Time, 26-hour Rotating Shift Physician Assistant to join a growing inpatient surgical team at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Under the clinical supervision of the Chief of the service line, the PA oversees and participates in the care of patients in the inpatient setting. The Physician Assistant performs evaluations, coordinates and participates in treatment plans, monitors patient progress and documents patient care.

Surgical Specialties

• Acute Care & General
• Plastic
• Colorectal
• Ear, Nose & Throat
• Thoracic
• Urology
• Vascular
• Breast
• Endocrine
• Bariatric
• Pediatric
• Gynecology

The PA will have the opportunity to participate in bedside procedures, though the position is not primarily operative.

Schedule & Location

Schedule: two day shifts each week (6:00 AM-7:00 PM). The rotation is inclusive of weekends and holidays. There is no call responsibility.

Location: NWH main campus at 2014 Washington Street, Newton, MA 02462.

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.

Essential Functions

• Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting.
• Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
• Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries.
• Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.

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.

We welcome applicants of all experience levels. New graduate PAs should demonstrate strong motivation and a clear interest in surgery.

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity 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.