Trauma Emergency PA — Critical Care

Divine HealthCare; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) or IRA options

Paid time off

Job summary

Divine HealthCare in Paterson, New Jersey seeks a dedicated Physician Assistant to join our surgical center on a 40-hour workweek, with shifts starting at 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. You will work onsite in a fast-paced trauma/urgent care environment, providing critical care to patients upon arrival.

You will respond to trauma alerts, stabilize patients, perform assessments, coordinate care with the trauma team, and assist in procedures under attending physicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current NJ state licensure as a Physician Assistant.
• NCCPA certification.
• Profound understanding of trauma assessment and stabilization protocols.
• Proven clinical skills in trauma evaluation and emergency care.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to trauma alerts and assess patients on arrival.
• Stabilize patients and administer immediate care.
• Engage in resuscitation efforts with the trauma team.
• Coordinate care among multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.
• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and interpret results.
• Administer medications and treatments per orders while following infection control protocols.
• Assist in trauma-related procedures under supervision.
• Educate patients and families on trauma care and recovery.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; completed Physician Assistant program

NJ state licensure

NCCPA certification

Trauma assessment and stabilization protocols

Trauma evaluation and emergency care

Strong communication and teamwork

Job description

Divine HealthCare in Paterson, New Jersey seeks a dedicated Physician Assistant to join our surgical center on a 40-hour workweek, with shifts starting at 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. You will work onsite in a fast-paced trauma/urgent care environment, providing critical care to patients upon arrival.

You will respond to trauma alerts, stabilize patients, perform assessments, coordinate care with the trauma team, and assist in procedures under attending physicians.