Physician Assistant Emergency Department Nocturnist

Summary The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider responsible for assessment and management of various patient populations, including medical and surgical patients, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. May also perform additional duties such as precepting a small group of learners. Essential Functions Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and procedural settings. 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 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 appropriate to the patient population. Education Master's Degree Physician Assistant required. 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. Legal Notice The Brigham and Women's 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Brigham and Women's Hospital