Trauma ER Physician Assistant — Onsite, High-Impact Care

Vital Surgical Center; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage (M/D

Retirement plan options (401(k) and IR

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Vital Surgical Center is seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant to join our Jersey City hospital team. This full-time role focuses on rapid trauma care and emergency interventions in a high-pressure environment.

You will work with trauma surgeons, nurses, and support staff to deliver life-saving treatment, perform comprehensive assessments, and coordinate interprofessional care. A PA license and NCCPA certification are required, with a minimum of 2 years in emergency medicine or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited program.
• Licensed as a Physician Assistant in the state and NCCPA certified.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in emergency medicine or trauma.
• Strong trauma assessment and life-saving procedure skills.
• Excellent teamwork and communication within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency situations and perform rapid trauma assessments.
• Stabilize patients and provide urgent care and resuscitation as needed.
• Assist physicians in managing life-threatening conditions in emergencies.
• Conduct physical exams and interpret diagnostic results for care planning.
• Coordinate care with trauma teams and staff for efficient patient care.
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans and recovery options.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans with the care team.
• Document care and manage medication administration.
• Follow infection control protocols and ensure patient safety.
• Facilitate patient transfers to appropriate units when needed.

Skills

Trauma assessment

Emergency medicine experience

Life-saving procedures

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Accredited Physician Assistant program

NCCPA certification

Job description

Vital Surgical Center is seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant to join our Jersey City hospital team. This full-time role focuses on rapid trauma care and emergency interventions in a high-pressure environment.

You will work with trauma surgeons, nurses, and support staff to deliver life-saving treatment, perform comprehensive assessments, and coordinate interprofessional care. A PA license and NCCPA certification are required, with a minimum of 2 years in emergency medicine or