Brigham and Women's Hospital
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT II - BWH/BWFH Outpatient Neuromuscular & Autonomic Neurology
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
JOB SUMMARY
The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care, and ongoing evaluation.
Essential Functions (Key Roles & Responsibilities)
Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to designated patient populations in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting(s).
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 the 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.
GENERAL SUMMARY
At the heart of Boston's Longwood Medical and Academic area, Brigham and Women's Hospital, a U.S. News & World Report top ranked hospital, offers physician assistants (PA) a robust and supportive community to practice. PAs will join a dedicated team that benefits from established PA leadership with a PA Services department which offers opportunities for dedicated PA onboarding and orientation, continuing medical education, simulation-based training opportunities, health and wellness events, and peer mentoring.
The Physician Assistant II (PA) is a licensed provider who has acquired a broad range of knowledge and skills through the successful completion of a physician assistant program. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care, and ongoing evaluation.
The PA will perform in accordance with all state and federal regulations and institutional policies including but not limited to the BWH PA Scope of Practice, Prescriptive Practice Guidelines, approved clinical privileges, and BWH PA policy.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to designated patient populations in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting(s).
Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
Orders, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and diagnostic tests.
Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the 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 electronic documentation.
Performs bedside procedures as appropriate to the patient population.
In some settings, the PA may first assist in the operating room or procedural areas.
Practices cost-effective medicine in an efficient manner, maximizing available resources.
Discusses patient data with other physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
Demonstrates expert clinical judgment skills to function in an independent role.
Additional duties and responsibilities as required by the department/division.
The schedule is: Monday through Friday, approximately 8 hours per day, to optimally support the patient care needs of the Division and its patients. This role will be a combination of neuromuscular and autonomic neurology, with time split between Brigham and Women's Main Campus and Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital.
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies (required).
Licenses and Certifications
Certified Physician Assistant (State License) upon hire (required).
Work Experience
Experience as a physician assistant preferred (2 years preferred for PA II).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical conditions 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.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work settings may include ambulatory clinics and treatment rooms, the emergency department, inpatient areas, intensive care units, operating rooms, research labs, and/or procedural areas. There may be loud noises, noxious odors, and temperature extremes. A large portion of the workday may be spent standing or walking and the position may require heavy lifting of equipment and patients.
The PA may be exposed to radiation, potentially infectious bodily fluids, and sharp instruments such as needles and scalpels. Knowledge of Universal Precautions and proper use of surgical sharp instruments may be required. The consequences of contamination from bodily fluids or from being stuck with a sharp instrument include the possibility of physical harm to the employee or others. BWH is a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a very large and complex patient volume; exposure to stress in the workplace is expected.
BWH is an Equal Opportunity 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.
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The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care, and ongoing evaluation.
Essential Functions (Key Roles & Responsibilities)
Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to designated patient populations in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting(s).
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 the 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.
GENERAL SUMMARY
At the heart of Boston's Longwood Medical and Academic area, Brigham and Women's Hospital, a U.S. News & World Report top ranked hospital, offers physician assistants (PA) a robust and supportive community to practice. PAs will join a dedicated team that benefits from established PA leadership with a PA Services department which offers opportunities for dedicated PA onboarding and orientation, continuing medical education, simulation-based training opportunities, health and wellness events, and peer mentoring.
The Physician Assistant II (PA) is a licensed provider who has acquired a broad range of knowledge and skills through the successful completion of a physician assistant program. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care, and ongoing evaluation.
The PA will perform in accordance with all state and federal regulations and institutional policies including but not limited to the BWH PA Scope of Practice, Prescriptive Practice Guidelines, approved clinical privileges, and BWH PA policy.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to designated patient populations in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting(s).
Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
Orders, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and diagnostic tests.
Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the 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 electronic documentation.
Performs bedside procedures as appropriate to the patient population.
In some settings, the PA may first assist in the operating room or procedural areas.
Practices cost-effective medicine in an efficient manner, maximizing available resources.
Discusses patient data with other physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
Demonstrates expert clinical judgment skills to function in an independent role.
Additional duties and responsibilities as required by the department/division.
The schedule is: Monday through Friday, approximately 8 hours per day, to optimally support the patient care needs of the Division and its patients. This role will be a combination of neuromuscular and autonomic neurology, with time split between Brigham and Women's Main Campus and Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital.
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies (required).
Licenses and Certifications
Certified Physician Assistant (State License) upon hire (required).
Work Experience
Experience as a physician assistant preferred (2 years preferred for PA II).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical conditions 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.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work settings may include ambulatory clinics and treatment rooms, the emergency department, inpatient areas, intensive care units, operating rooms, research labs, and/or procedural areas. There may be loud noises, noxious odors, and temperature extremes. A large portion of the workday may be spent standing or walking and the position may require heavy lifting of equipment and patients.
The PA may be exposed to radiation, potentially infectious bodily fluids, and sharp instruments such as needles and scalpels. Knowledge of Universal Precautions and proper use of surgical sharp instruments may be required. The consequences of contamination from bodily fluids or from being stuck with a sharp instrument include the possibility of physical harm to the employee or others. BWH is a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a very large and complex patient volume; exposure to stress in the workplace is expected.
BWH is an Equal Opportunity 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.
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