Physicians Assistant- Emergency Department

1550 Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc.; Eastville (MA); On-site; USD 81,333 - 115,153; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Massachusetts is looking for a Physician Assistant responsible for assessing and managing patient populations, performing medical examinations, ordering tests, and documenting care. The ideal candidate must possess a Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies and a state license. The position offers a competitive pay range of $59.04 - $83.59 per hour, emphasizing the significance of quality patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physician Assistant required with a Master's Degree.
• Experience in the role preferred, cannot accept experience in lieu of degree.
• Skilled in taking medical histories and interpreting findings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and counseling to patients.
• Perform histories, physical exams, and diagnostic tests.
• Develop and manage plans of care based on patient evaluations.
• Document all care and procedures accurately.

Skills

Medical history assessment

Emergency response

Clear communication

Quality control standards

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant

Job description

Site: Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

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.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

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.

Qualifications

Education: Master's Degree Physician Assistant required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

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

Experience: Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred.

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

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Compensation

Pay Range: $59.04 - $83.59/Hourly.

Work Location

Remote Type Onsite Work Location One Hospital Road Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 Employee Type Per Diem Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)

EEO Statement

1550 Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.