Physician Assistant
Job Description
Qualifications
Physician Assistant: Graduate of an accredited Physician Program
Applicable professional Certification and eligibility for applicable licenses to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Must have or eligible for, and maintain, a current DEA registration and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration
Two years of experience as an advanced practice provider is preferred.
Responsibilities
The APP works under the supervision of attending physicians and reports directly to the Chief Physician of the Department of Neurosurgery.
Supports all neurosurgical subspecialties including: Spine Surgery, Neuro-oncology (brain, spine & spinal cord tumors), Skull Base Surgery, Cerebrovascular Services (Stroke, Aneurysms) and Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Assesses and manage various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation
Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting
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
Participates in departmental and organizational committees and programs as appropriate and attends all required meetings, in-services, and professional trainings
Remains actively involved in continuing education with a commitment to self and departmental growth
In some settings, the APP may first assist in the operating room or procedural areas
Additional duties and responsibilities as required by the department/division/attending
Application Instructions
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Apply OnlinePosted: 1/17/2023
Job Status: Full Time
Job Reference #: 119488