Sr. Physician Assistant
We are seeking a Sr. Physician Assistant who will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary health care team. Responsible for complex, standardized, patient care procedures that require experience and specialized training that would otherwise be performed by a physician. Educates patients and families in matters pertaining to health maintenance, disease prevention and appropriate measures in acute and chronic illness. Direct supervision from appropriate licensed physician as designated.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform a comprehensive, accurate history and physical including chief compliant, presenting signs and symptoms, and past medical history and interval history.
- Recognize differences between normal and abnormal findings in H & P. Significant findings are validated or discussed with a physician as appropriate.
- Order and interpret laboratory tests, x-rays, diets, physical therapy, inhalation therapy or other services when delegated by a supervising physician. Abnormal findings are discussed with a physician as appropriate.
- Initiate IV therapy by peripheral, central, intraosseous routes, and venous cutdown. Perform injections, arterial puncture, venipuncture, and arterial line insertion. Initiate Basic/Advanced life support in response to emergency situations.
- Prepare chart documentation for review and counter signature by the physician.
- Determine differential diagnosis.
- Maintain technical proficiency with approved procedures including suturing, wound care and orthopedic care.
- Prescribe and regulate medications.
- Evaluate outcomes of previously implemented interventions.
- Arrange consultations and referrals when needed.
- Attend staff meetings to discuss patient and unit requirements.
- Daily informal discussions are held with the physician and other health professionals to plan patient care.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Certification by the NCCPA or similar national certifying body.
- Completion of a CAAHEP Certified PA program.
- Licensed in the state of Maryland.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in related clinical field and obtained proficiency in area of specialty.
Preferred Qualifications
- Five years experience preferred.
Classified Title: Sr. Physician Assistant
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Sr. Physician Assistant
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MG
Starting Salary Range: Min $108,000 - Max $151,400 ($125,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Sunday/Varies
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: JH Downtown Center
Department name: 10002843-SOM Em Med Clinical Programs
Personnel area: School of Medicine