Physician Assistant Nurse Practitioner Faulkner Per Diem
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 as part of an integrated team that includes residents, medical students, and attending physicians. The PA/NP works closely with physicians and nursing staff to develop and coordinate a plan of care that addresses patients’ and families’ physical, psychological, and social needs. This is a per diem position requiring only 2–3 shifts per quarter, including one weekend shift. The posting also lists 12-hour day shifts and possible weekend and holiday coverage. The role is onsite at Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital.
Requirements
- For physician assistants: successful completion of an accredited graduate-level 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; specified BS/MS joint programs and certain pre-1995 PA certificate graduates are also acceptable.
- 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 acute care, adult, or family nurse practitioner program accredited by CCNE or NLNAC.
- For APRNs: current certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center or an equivalent body.
- For APRNs: 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.
- Obtain ACLS certification by the end of the probationary period.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of current literature and commitment to continued learning.
- Include a letter of intent with the application 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 with the medical management of patients assigned to the PA/NP service.
- Work as part of an integrated inpatient General Medical Service team that includes residents, medical students, and attending physicians.
- Work closely with physicians and nursing staff to develop and coordinate plans of care addressing patients’ and families’ physical, psychological, and social needs.
- Complete continuing medical education according to national and state regulations during each two-year period of employment.
- Complete the BWFH Professionalism Program within three months of hire.
- Complete BWFH Procedural Sedation Training if determined necessary.
Benefits
- Career advancement opportunities
- Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable
- Recognition programs
- Comprehensive benefits
