Physician Assistant -Cardiac Surgery

Tufts Medicine • Boston, MA

69d • $141,440 - $176,800

About The Position

A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. A senior level role that requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Typically responsible for: managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals, resolving difficult and sometimes complex problems. These roles focus on providing high-quality patient care and promoting wellness. APCs work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat a variety of acute and chronic conditions. In addition, this role focuses on care under the supervision of licensed physicians including conducting comprehensive patient assessments, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions, injuries, and illnesses, developing and implementing treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians, prescribing medications and performing procedures, educating patients and families on treatment options, health maintenance, and preventive care and adjusting treatment plans as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Successful completion of a Physician's Assistant program.
• Physician's Assistance Licensure within the first three months following the receipt of a complete application for medical staff membership and privilege.
• Physician's Assistant Certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Nice To Haves

• State and federal controlled substances registration.

Responsibilities

• Manages a broad spectrum of patients and performs a wide range of clinical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• In collaboration with the healthcare team, assesses the health status of patients by obtaining complete and thorough medical histories and performing physical examinations, laboratory and diagnostic studies.
• Diagnose health and developmental problems and care for patients suffering from acute and chronic diseases.
• Assesses patient/family psychosocial needs, educational needs, learning readiness, and barriers to learning during admission process.
• Examines patients, records, and discriminates between normal and abnormal findings to recognize early stages of a serious physical or emotional problem.
• Consult with physician concerning patient evaluation and condition.
• Develops an effective, comprehensive plan of care individualized to the age and needs of each patient using established standards of care.
• Communicates professionally with patient/family, other practitioners, physicians, and co-workers.
• Sets priorities and modifies patient care in response to changing situations.
• Orders appropriate labs and radiological testing based on assessment of needs.
• Maintains required records, reports and statistics.
• Demonstrates appropriateness of prescribing habits.
• Encourages preventative medicine through patient education and counseling.
• Interpret patient needs to other clinical personnel participating in the care.
• Works collaboratively with physician to manage care of patients in a cost-effective manner.
• May orient and train new Physician Assistants, coordinate staff schedules, assist with performance evaluations, and provide guidance on effective team building.
• May participate in rounds with residents, completes daily patient management assignments and assists with patient care and disposition.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports health, financial security, and career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree