Physician Assistant - Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery

University Hospital, Newark NJ•Newark, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of the Physician Assistant position is to deliver medical care under the supervision of a licensed Attending Physician at University Hospital. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, conducting thorough physical examinations, and gathering comprehensive medical data such as patient histories and exam findings. The Physician Assistant is expected to practice ethically and in accordance with established standards of care for the profession.

Requirements

Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science, Physician Assistant Studies, or a related field
Graduate of a Physician Assistant Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Licensed by the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners – Physician Assistant Advisory Committee
Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies
CAAHEP-accredited program completion
NCCPA certification
NJ license verification through the State Board of Medical Examiners – Physician Assistant Advisory Committee
Background check verification through University Hospital’s designated provider

Nice To Haves

Prior clinical medicine experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provides medical care under the supervision of a licensed Attending Physician at University Hospital
Performs comprehensive physical examinations
Collects and documents detailed patient medical data, including health histories and physical exam results
Delivers care in an ethical and professional manner in accordance with established Physician Assistant standards of practice