Physician Assistant-Surgical

The primary purpose of the Physician Assistant position while under the direction and supervision of a licensed physician is to assist in direct patient care, obtain and record medical data, provide counseling and patient education, and assist in those tasks delineated for physician assistants.

• Care provided is patient centered.
• Assists in the routine daily needs of the outpatient office. Assist in answering questions from patients.
• Assists in the initial assessment of patients in the outpatient setting. This includes administrative as well as clinical (i.e., reviewing medical documentation brought/faxed from outside facilities) data collection and processing.
• Assists in preparation of History and Physical examinations prior to surgery.
• Makes rounds and examines patients on a daily basis. Works with the surgical residents to see that daily chart entries are made for each patient. Assist in writing appropriate medical orders. Communicates with the attending surgeon a least once daily, to confirm the treatment plans for the patients.
• Provides any assistance to the patients, within reasonable limits, to ensure a comfortable hospital experience. This includes, but not limited to, patient/family education and counseling in conjunction with the healthcare team.
• Assists the surgeon in the operating room. Helps to position the patient, ensure proper application of the antithrombotic stockings and compressive devices prior to surgery. Helps with performing the surgery if a surgical resident is not available. Should be able to assist the surgical resident to suture closed the incision and facilitate the patient’s transfer to the recovery room at the completion of the surgery.

Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science or a related field. Graduation from a Physician Assistants Program approved by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Certification from the National Commission for Certification by Physician Assistants (NCCPA). New Jersey Licensed from the State Board of Medical Examiners-Physician Advisory committee. Prior experience in clinical medicine is preferred. All requirements must be met prior to employment with the University Hospital. BLS, ACLS and ATLS required.

Credential required: Bachelor or Master Degree, Graduation from a Physician Assistants Program (CAAHEP), BLS, ACLS, ATLS
Primary source verification: NJ License from the State Board of Medical Examiners, Physician Assistant Advisory Committee, University Hospital's designated Background Check Company
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position requires sitting, using hands and fingers to handle or feel, and reaching with your hands and arms two-thirds (2/3) of the time. This position also requires close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position may have exposure to moderate noise levels.