Physician Assistant – Surgical

Rutgers University; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 109,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University is hiring a Physician Assistant – Surgical for its department of Otolaryngology at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. The role involves patient assessments, diagnostic procedures, and surgery assistance, ideally requiring candidates who are certified and licensed in New Jersey.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Qualifications

• Certification from the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• New Jersey License from the State Board of Medical Examiners.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive patient physical examinations and compiles medical data.
• Administers diagnostic tests and interprets results.
• Develops and implements patient management plans.

Skills

Patient assessment

Therapeutic procedures

Patient counseling

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program

Job description

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Department

Overview

New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Physician Assistant – Surgical for the department of Otolaryngology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Participates in a collegial relationship with the physicians, nurses and other health care professionals. Role includes taking histories, making assessments, ordering lab tests, reviewing and reporting diagnostic lab values, conducting outpatient clinics and assisting physicians in the OR.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as imaging, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal.
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provisions of continuity of care.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens.
• Perioperative management of surgical patients.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 35S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 109283.00

Mid Range Salary 132134.00

Maximum Salary

Maximum Salary 157610.00

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description

Union Description HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.

Certifications/Licenses

• Certification from the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants ( NCCPA ).
• New Jersey License from the State Board of Medical Examiners Physician Advisory Committee.
• In the case of a new graduate, they may be considered under the condition that he/she successfully takes and passes the Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and the New Jersey License examination from the State Board of Medical Examiners—Physician Assistant Advisory Committee on the first available date following his/her graduation.
• BLS is required.
• All requirements must be met prior to employment with Rutgers University.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Must be able to lift a minimum of 10 pounds, move and push sterilization cart.
• Work Environment: Clinic operation. Moderate noise.

Special Conditions

• Consideration will also be given to applicants who have not yet obtained the required degree, licenses and certification. Documentation of the degree, licenses and certification must be provided prior to the commencement of employment.

Posting Number

Posting Number 24ST2812

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Off Campus

City

City Toms River

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Physician Assistant – Surgical Job Category Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Physician Assistant Department RWJ-Otolaryngology Overview New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Physician Assistant – Surgical for the department of Otolaryngology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Participates in a collegial relationship with the physicians, nurses and other health care professionals. Role includes taking histories, making assessments, ordering lab tests, reviewing and reporting diagnostic lab values, conducting outpatient clinics and assisting physicians in the OR.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as imaging, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal.
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provisions of continuity of care.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens.
• Perioperative management of surgical patients.

FLSA Exempt Grade 35S Salary Details Minimum Salary 109283.00 Mid Range Salary 132134.00 Maximum Salary 157610.00 Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Position Status Full Time Working Hours (per week) Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. Union Description HPAE 5094 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.

Certifications/Licenses

• Certification from the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants ( NCCPA ).
• New Jersey License from the State Board of Medical Examiners Physician Advisory Committee.
• In the case of a new graduate, they may be considered under the condition that he/she successfully takes and passes the Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and the New Jersey License examination from the State Board of Medical Examiners—Physician Assistant Advisory Committee on the first available date following his/her graduation.
• BLS is required.
• All requirements must be met prior to employment with Rutgers University.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Must be able to lift a minimum of 10 pounds, move and push sterilization cart.
• Work Environment: Clinic operation. Moderate noise.

Special Conditions

• Consideration will also be given to applicants who have not yet obtained the required degree, licenses and certification. Documentation of the degree, licenses and certification must be provided prior to the commencement of employment.

Posting Details Posting Number 24ST2812 Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Off Campus City Toms River State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a certification from the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Certifications/Licenses

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement .

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