Physician Assistant Nurse Practitioner Faulkner Per Diem

Mass General Brigham•Jamaica Plain, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Medicine Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner is a member of the inpatient General Medical Service team. The PA/NP assists attending physicians in the medical management of patients assigned to the PA/NP service and works within an integrated team that includes residents, medical students, and attendings. The PA/NP works closely with physicians and nursing staff to develop and coordinate plans of care that address patients’ and families’ physical, psychological, and social needs. The role requires strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, knowledge of current literature, and a commitment to continued learning. The mission, vision, and core values of Brigham and Women’s/Faulkner Hospital are incorporated into all areas of practice. The position is per diem, with a requirement of 2–3 shifts per quarter, including one weekend shift. The posting also describes 12-hour day shifts and some weekend and holiday coverage. The role is onsite at Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital.

Requirements

For physician assistants: successful completion of a graduate-level, accredited Physician Assistant Program approved by the AMA Board of Approval and Certification of PA Programs.
For physician assistants: four years of college-level education and a baccalaureate degree or equivalent. BS/MS joint programs are acceptable; BS with PA certificates are acceptable for graduates before 1995.
Board certification by the National Commission on Certification of PA/NPs is required.
For APRNs: completion of a master’s or post-master’s degree in an accredited acute care, adult, or family nurse practitioner program.
For APRNs: current certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center or an equivalent body.
Current active Massachusetts licensure to practice in the expanded role.
NCCPA/NP certification and completion of CME according to national and state regulations during each two-year period of employment.
Massachusetts Physician Assistant license.
Maintain current DEA and Massachusetts Controlled Substance licenses.
For nurse practitioners: current Massachusetts Registered Nurse licensure/Advanced Practice.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Submit a letter of intent explaining interest in hospital medicine and motivation to apply.
New graduates should include details about clinical rotations on their Resume/CV.

Nice To Haves

One year of relevant full-time experience as a PA/NP in this specialty is preferred but not required.
Other previous hands-on patient care experience may be considered at the discretion of the Medical Director.

Responsibilities

Assist attending physicians in the medical management of patients assigned to the PA/NP service.
Work as part of an integrated inpatient team that includes residents, medical students, and attending physicians.
Work with physicians and nursing staff to develop and coordinate plans of care addressing patients’ and families’ physical, psychological, and social needs.
Maintain knowledge of current literature and a commitment to continued learning.
Complete CME according to national and state regulations during each two-year employment period.
Obtain ACLS certification by the end of the probationary period.
Complete the BWFH Professionalism Program within three months of hire.
Complete BWFH Procedural Sedation Training if determined necessary.