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Rutgers University

Physician Assistant - Surgical

Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933


Aug 28, 2024Position InformationRecruitment/Posting TitleJob CategoryDepartmentOverviewNew Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.Posting SummaryRutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Physician Assistant - Surgical for the department of Otolaryngology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Participates in a collegial relationship with the physicians, nurses and other health care professionals. Role includes taking histories, making assessments, ordering lab tests, reviewing and reporting diagnostic lab values, conducting outpatient clinics and assisting physicians in the OR.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as imaging, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal.Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provisions of continuity of care.Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens.Perioperative management of surgical patients.Position StatusFull TimeDaily Work ShiftWork ArrangementThis position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.FLSAExemptGrade35SAnnual Minimum Salary109283.00Annual Mid Range Salary132134.00Annual Maximum Salary157610.00Standard Hours37.50Union DescriptionHPAE 5094Payroll DesignationPeopleSoftRutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to

http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .QualificationsMinimum Education and ExperienceGraduated from a Physician Assistant Program approved by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).Certifications/LicensesCertification from the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).New Jersey License from the State Board of Medical Examiners-Physician Advisory Committee.In the case of a new graduate, they may be considered under the condition that he/she successfully takes and passes the Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and the New Jersey License examination from the State Board of Medical Examiners-Physician Assistant Advisory Committee on the first available date following his/her graduation.BLS.All requirements must be met prior to employment.Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesPreferred QualificationsPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentPhysical Demands: standing, sitting, walking, talking, lifting, traveling, etc.Special ConditionsPosting Number24ST1846Posting Open DateSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsRegional CampusRutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)Home Location CampusOff CampusCityToms RiverStateNJPre-employment ScreeningsAll offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.Immunization RequirementsUnder Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity StatementIt is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statementHelping diverse candidates find great careers is our goal. The information you provide here is secure and confidential.We are now directing you to the original job posting. Please apply directly for this job at the employer’s website.

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