Physician Assistant FT Days | Neurosurgery

Physician Assistant FT Days | Neurosurgery - Jersey City, NJ (JCMC)


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.

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Requirements:

• Graduate of an AMA accredited Physician Assistant program and licensed by the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners,
• Successful of all required orientation programs,
• CDS, DEA, BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Must obtain ATLS within the first year of employment

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full-Time
• 40 hours a week

Essential Functions:

• Provides pre-operative, operative and post-operative patient care, under the direction and supervision of the attending surgeon and in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures of the hospital and the state Physician Assistant Act,
• Responds to and participates in the evaluation and resuscitation of trauma patients,
• Will act as the neurosurgical liaison by evaluating and informing the on call neurosurgeon of new and established patients,
• Observe and care for the service patients in the surgical intensive care unit, inform critical care intensivist of patient condition, and participate in daily rounds,
• Will assist in Neurosurgical and Neuro Endovascular procedures and operation.
• Enhances professional growth and development through attendance and/or participation in CME programs,
• Obtains and records detailed and accurate case histories and physical examination at the direction of supervising physician,
• Participates in the education of medical and physician assistant students,
• Participates in delivery of health care services to patients' records progress notes, requests non-invasive diagnostic studies,
• Performs routine therapeutic procedures which have been ordered, prescribed or directed by supervising physician, and may include giving injections, administering medications and requesting diagnostic studies,
• Provides patient counseling and patient education service at the direction of supervising physician; facilitates referral of patients to hospital services as appropriate transcribes or executes specific orders at the direction of supervising physician, and records detailed narrative case summaries,
• Reports observations in progress notes, delineates problems and presents findings to supervising physician,
• Sutures and cares for wounds, removes sutures and clips, and changes dressing under the supervision of supervising physician,
• Performs numerous procedures that include but are not limited to perform or assist the insertion of EVD (External Ventriculostomy drains), ICP (Intracranial pressure) monitors, and Lumbar drains.
• Have the capability to work a rotating schedule that includes day, night, weekend and holiday shifts.

Pay Transparency:


The anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey - Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $170,000.00 Annual


The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Benefits:


We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision plans
• 401 (k)
• PTO
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

About Jersey City Medical Center


Jersey City Medical Center (JCMC) is located on a 15-acre campus overlooking the New York Harbor and Liberty State Park. The hospital serves as a regional referral and teaching hospital that provides the highest level of care for women and infants, and trauma and cardiac patients. Inside our spacious facility, our renowned medical professionals use the latest technologies to provide state-of-the-art care and compassion.


Our Imaging Center features advanced imaging technology, including the latest digital mammography, MRI, digital radiology, ultrasound and dual energy X-ray equipment. The Cristie Kerr Women's Health Center offers women convenient access to the highest level of medical care.


Together, they represent a leap forward in Hudson County health services. Jersey City Medical Center is the provider of Advanced Life Support for Hudson County. JCMC is a Regional Trauma Center, a Level III Regional Neonatal Intensive Care Center, a Regional Heart Hospital with cardiac surgery.

About RWJBarnabas Health


RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey's largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. With 12 acute care hospitals, 3 children's hospitals, a growing number of our outpatient facilities and physician practices, our healthcare system is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region.


Our dedication to serving the people of New Jersey extends far beyond the care we provide within our hospital walls. We support programs that promote health and wellness in our communities and provide access to services that would otherwise be unavailable. We are committed to the ongoing improvement of the health, quality of life, and vitality of our communities. We strive to bring the best healthcare to meet the 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.


Our partnership with Rutgers University creates the state's largest academic healthcare system dedicated to providing high-quality patient care, leading-edge research, and world-class health and medical education, further advancing our mission of providing high-quality healthcare in New Jersey.


The new collaboration also aligns RWJBarnabas Health with Rutgers' education, research, and clinical activities, including those at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care .
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