Physician Assistant (FT) - Essex Hudson Urology - Jersey City, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health • Jersey City, NJ, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 3w ago

Job Overview:

The Physician Assistant is an independent health care provider who coordinates inpatient/outpatient care through collaboration with the Physician. The PA provides care in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures of the practice and the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners/Physician Assistant Advisory Committee.

Qualifications

Required:

Physician Assistant Certification
Registration & Licensure by the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners/Physician Assistant Advisory
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Life Support (ACLS)
Although not required, fluency in Spanish and other languages is a plus

Scheduling Requirement:

Full time
Day
40 hours per week

Essential Functions:

The Physician Assistant is responsible for assisting the Physician in the office, taking H&Ps, administering medications, performing physical exams, and participating in the flow of patients through the practice.
The PA will assist the physicians with various procedures/surgeries and help coordinate the care of the patient.
Demonstrates an ability to organize and achieve quality performance in new routines.
Demonstrates effectiveness in coordinating aspects of patient care within a women's health environment.
Demonstrates strong organizational skills, communicates effectively, organizes the daily schedule, and demonstrates time management.
Effectively prioritizes work assignments and demonstrates effective communication skills.
Implements the policies and procedures of the practice. Performs assessment and reassessment of the patient according to applicable department standards and identified tools.
Manages time to meet the needs of the Lab. Possesses good working knowledge of scheduling and procedure prioritization to minimize delays and ensure completion of the daily work schedule.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Physician.
Recognizes areas for improvement in divisional policies or patient care; initiates change and educates all involved in the change.
Regularly communicates with nursing leadership and staff concerning patient care issues.
Thoroughly explains procedures to patients prior to testing.
Provides appropriate patient teaching as necessary.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey, whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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