Physician Assistant - Trauma

Position Summary

The Physician Assistant performs diagnostic and therapeutic tasks under the supervision and responsibility of the surgeon or anesthesiologist. The Physician Assistant assists in gathering the data necessary for implementation of the surgeon’s or anesthesiologist’s therapeutic plan. This position is also responsible for acting as the patient's advocate in the medical care system, serving as an advisor and liaison between patients and physicians. This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a physical science from an accredited institution required. Completion of an accredited physician assistant/surgical assistant program also required.

License/Certification: Must be certified or eligible for certification by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants and the New Jersey State Board of Education and Licensure. Appointment as an Allied Health Practitioner with the Medical Center in accordance with the Medical Staff Bylaws. ACLS required; ACLS is not required in Urgent Care Settings. BLSHCP required.

Experience: Minimum two years recent experience in cardiothoracic surgery and/or surgery required.

Proficiency: Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire.

Performance Expectations

Demonstrates the competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.

Work Environment

• Considerable reaching, stooping, kneeling and crouching
• Extensive standing and walking, including stairs
• Lifting approximately 25-50 pounds frequently
• Lifting approximately 50 to 100 pounds with assistance occasionally
• Pushing and pulling of heavy equipment

Essential functions of this position are listed on the department specific Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

Reporting Relationship

This position reports to department leadership and may supervise incumbents as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AtlantiCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.