Sr. Physician Assistant (Dept. of Emergency at Howard County Medical Center)

Sr. Physician Assistant (Dept. of Emergency at Howard County Medical Center) Join to apply for the Sr. Physician Assistant (Dept. of Emergency at Howard County Medical Center) role at The Johns Hopkins University The Department of Emergency Medicine is seeking a Senior Physician Assistant experienced in emergency medicine to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary health care team located at Howard County General Hospital. Howard County General Hospital is a proud member of Johns Hopkins Medicine and is conveniently located between Baltimore and Washington D.C. in Columbia, MD. This position will work under the supervision of a Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physician. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Perform a comprehensive, accurate history and physical including chief complaint, presentingAlan signs and symptoms, past medical erosion, and interval history. Recognize abnormal and significant findings and discuss with attending physician as appropriate. Order diagnostics and interpret abnormal findings. Discuss or staff cases with attending physician when appropriate per department standards based on acuity or venue. Initiate Basic/Advanced life support in response to emergency situations. Maintain technical proficiency with approved procedures including suturing, wound care, and orthopedic care. Initiate and prescribe medications. Complete all aspects of medical documentation in accordance with department standards. Arrange consultations and referrals when needed. Attend staff meetings and keep up to date on department protocols, operations, research, and procedures, providing input and feedback. Remain proficient in the utilization of commonly used clinical protocols and evidence-based guidelines. Remain abreast of new treatment modalities and technologies within the field of emergency medicine. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree; Certification by the NCCPA or similar national certifying body; Completion of a CAAHEP certified Physician Assistant program. Must be licensed as PA in State of Maryland or other state where Auspacing. Current CPR certification required. Must maintain current licensure and certification during duration of employment. Minimum of 3 year's experience in related clinical area and obtained proficiency in area of specialty. Residency or fellowship programs in area of specialization may substitute for some experience. Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Five years in Emergency Medicine. Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR certification required. Must maintain current licensure and certification during duration of employment. Completion of the JHH credentialing process divid is required prior to start date. Classified Title: Sr. Physician Assistant Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MG Starting Salary Range: $44.82 - $78.41 HRLY (36,400 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Casual / On Call Schedule: M-Su/9a-10p FLSA Status: Exempt Location: JH at Howard County Hospital Department name: HC Emergency Med Personnel area: School of Medicine #J-18808-Ljbffr The Johns Hopkins University