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Massachusetts General Hospital

Physician Assistant, ED

Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298


Description

**New Competitive PA rates**We currently have exciting opportunities for

experienced

PAs to work in our Emergency Department.

We are looking for full-time staff, day/evening/night shifts, 12-hour shifts with weekend/holiday rotation.Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for the care of emergency department patients under the direction of the attending physicians and in accordance with the rules and regulations of Massachusetts governing Physician Assistant practice. The PA will obtain patient histories, perform comprehensive physical examinations to evaluate patients for admission, perform bedside diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, coordinate tests and consultations, implement treatment plans, communicate with referring and consulting physicians, perform patient education, and prepare patients for discharge. The PA assumes responsibility for patients in accordance with service policies and protocols.Reasons to Choose MGH Emergency Department:APPs work in all areas of the ED (Fast Track, Evaluation, Critical Care, Observation)Continuing education stipendGrowth opportunities with protected timeSchedule FlexibilitySupportive, education-oriented work environmentPremium pay for weekenders and nocturnistarking available for evening, night, and weekend shifts

Reasons to Choose MGH:APP Career LadderMedical, Dental and Vision insuranceTuition ReimbursementGenerous paid time offSubsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)Free parking for Night & Weekend shiftsHospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity planEmployee "Perks" - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.

Qualifications

Requirements for an Emergency Department PA:Licenses:Required: Graduate of an accredited American Medical Association-approved Physician Assistant training program.Required: Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants within one year of hire. Must maintain this certification by completing required 100 hours of Continuing Medical Education credits every two years. In addition, PA must demonstrate continued competence by passing a re-certification exam every six years.

Certifications:Required: American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life SupportEEO Statement

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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/or 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.Primary Location: MA-Boston-MGH Main Campus Work Locations: MGH Main Campus 55 Fruit Street Boston 02114 Job: Physician Assistants Organization: Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) Schedule: Full-time Standard Hours: 40 Shift: Rotating Posted Shift Description: 12 hour shifts, Day/Night rotation position Employee Status: Regular Recruiting Department: MGH Emergency Dept Job Posting: Nov 14, 2024