Physician Assistant-Emergency Department-Berkshire Medical Center-Full Time

Berkshire Health Systems • Pittsfield, MA

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About The Position

Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, is seeking a motivated and skilled Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dynamic Emergency Department (ED) team. As a PA in the ED, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality healthcare services to patients in need of urgent medical attention. Under the supervision and collaborative practice of attending physicians, you will assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for patients in various emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history, physical examination, review of medications, and identification of symptoms.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as laboratory tests and imaging studies, to aid in diagnosing and treating patients.
• Collaborate with the attending physician to formulate accurate and timely medical diagnoses.
• Develop treatment plans, including prescription medications, therapeutic interventions, and patient education materials, according to established guidelines.
• Provide direct patient care, including suturing, wound care, splinting, and reduction of fractures and dislocations.
• Administer medications and perform medical procedures, including IV access, cardiac monitoring, and airway management, under the supervision of attending physicians.
• Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members, such as nurses, technicians, and consultants, to ensure streamlined patient care delivery.
• Document patient encounters, including medical histories, physical examinations, test results, treatments provided, and patient outcomes, in compliance with medical record documentation standards.
• Stay updated with current research, advancements, and best practices in emergency medicine to enhance clinical knowledge and delivery of evidence-based care.
• Act as a patient advocate, ensuring that patients receive appropriate and timely medical attention and that their concerns are addressed in a compassionate and respectful manner.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Competitive Sign on Bonus
• Professional Liability Insurance
• 403(b) Pension Plans
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Additional Voluntary Life, AD&D, Spouse Life, and Child Life Insurance
• Options for Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
• Continuous Medical Education Allowance
• Employee wellness program
• Free in-person and online mental health counseling
• Generous paid time-off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals