Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant

We are looking for a Physician Assistant to support clinical research and patient care activities within the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), Division of Intramural Research. This position is a full-time role located in Bethesda, Maryland, supporting the Office of the Clinical Director.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide clinical care to patients enrolled in biomedical research studies in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Identify and communicate the impact of research processes on patient care and adjust interventions based on findings.
• Administer research interventions, collect protocol-driven patient data, and evaluate patient response to treatment.
• Obtain informed consent and complete required research documentation for clinical trial participants.
• Manage and address ethical considerations in a clinical research environment.
• Participate in protocol amendments, monitoring visits, and serve as a liaison for protocol navigators.
• Act as a clinical leader and subject matter expert, providing consultation to physicians, nurses, and external healthcare professionals.
• Integrate evidence-based practice into clinical decision-making and evaluate patient outcomes.
• Support organizational goals, including NHLBI DIR and Office of the Clinical Director initiatives.
• Provide leadership in developing standards of practice, policies, and interpretation of research findings in clinical settings.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families to deliver comprehensive care.
• Perform medical management tasks including admissions, discharges, consults, and progress notes in a timely manner.
• Communicate patient care plans and recommendations effectively with attending physicians and care teams.
• Conduct patient and family education using individualized teaching approaches.
• Advocate for patient rights and ensure patient safety principles are upheld.
• Participate in clinical rounds, meetings, and referrals to meet patient care needs.
• Contribute to scientific presentations, publications, and research-related projects.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's Degree
• A minimum of TWO (2) years of experience in a clinical or research setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of biomedical research processes and clinical trial protocols.
• Ability to manage complex and acute patient populations in both inpatient and outpatient environments.
• Strong communication skills for interaction with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience integrating evidence-based practice into clinical care.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.

Nice to have:

• Prior experience working in federal research environments such as NIH or academic medical centers.
• Experience supporting hematology or blood-related research protocols.
• Prior involvement in clinical trial protocol development or amendments.
• Experience presenting research findings at scientific meetings or contributing to peer-reviewed publications.

The annual salary range for this position is $85,000.00-$141,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

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