Advanced Practice Provider - Urgent Care

AtlantiCare•Galloway Township, NJ

About The Position

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 surgeons or anesthesiologists therapeutic plan. This position is also responsible for acting as the patient's advocate in the medical care system, serving as 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.

Requirements

Bachelors' degree in a physical science from an accredited institution required.
Completion of an accredited physician assistant/surgical assistant program also required.
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.
Minimum two years recent experience in cardiacthoracic surgery and/or surgery required.
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.

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic and therapeutic tasks under the supervision and responsibility of the surgeon or anesthesiologist.
Assists in gathering the data necessary for implementation of the surgeons or anesthesiologists therapeutic plan.
Acts as the patient's advocate in the medical care system, serving as advisor and liaison between patients and physicians.
Supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation.