Physician Assistant (PA-C) - OB/GYN of East Brunswick

Axia Women's Health•East Brunswick Township, NJ

2d•$110,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

Axia Women's Health is a large, integrated women's health network serving women across multiple states. OB/GYN of East Brunswick, an Axia Women's Health care center, is seeking an experienced full-time Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) with experience in OB/GYN and Women's Health. This position involves providing comprehensive women's health care, including preventive care, gynecologic services, and support in obstetric care. The role requires a patient-centered provider comfortable managing clinical scenarios in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals. The Physician Assistant will practice under established procedures, conduct patient assessments, provide routine gynecologic and obstetric care, diagnose and manage gynecologic conditions, perform in-office procedures, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and collaborate with the healthcare team. The role also includes patient education, maintaining electronic medical records, participating in quality improvement, and potentially assisting in surgical procedures or rounding on patients. Effective communication, collaboration, and adherence to safety and legal principles are essential.

Requirements

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS)
NCCPA Board Certification
2+ years OB/GYN or Women’s Health experience required.
Experience with office-based procedures such as IUD and Nexplanon insertions and removals as well as endometrial biopsy.
Must have current unrestricted NJ Physician Assistant license Controlled Substance Registration (CDS), and DEA.
Strong clinical knowledge of women’s health, gynecology, and obstetrics
Proficiency in performing gynecologic exams and office-based procedures
Excellent communication, patient counseling skills, and bedside manners
Ability to build rapport and provide compassionate, culturally competent care
Strong clinical judgement and decision-making skills
Ability to manage multiple patients and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
High level of professionalism and attention to detail
Team-oriented mindset
Strong understanding of healthcare principles, including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and pathophysiology
Strong computer proficiency and understanding and knowledge of EHR and healthcare technologies
Willingness to pursue continuing education and stay updated on advances in Women’s Health
Ability to work at each practice location as scheduled - East Brunswick, Piscataway, Edison

Nice To Haves

eClinicalWorks (EMR) experience a plus.
Enrolled/participating with NJ insurance payors a plus.

Responsibilities

Practices under the standard procedure established for the Physician Assistant role consistent with Company policy and in accordance with all legal requirements.
Conducts age-appropriate, comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and physical examination.
Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiological, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status, patient/family education, family involvement, and patient advocacy.
Provides routine gynecologic care, including annual well-woman exams, PAP smears and breast exams, contraceptive counseling and management, STI and STD screening and treatment.
Assists in obstetric care, including prenatal and postpartum visits, patient education and counseling, monitoring low-risk pregnancies.
Diagnoses and manages common gynecologic conditions such as abnormal uterine bleeding, Vaginitis and sexually transmitted infections, menopause-related conditions.
Performs in-office procedures, including IUD and Nexplanon insertions/removals, endometrial biopsies, and performs colposcopies and other procedures provided it is within their scope of practice and training.
Orders, interprets, and follows up on diagnostic tests and imaging.
Prescribes medications in accordance with state regulations and collaborative agreement.
Collaborates closely with OB/GYN physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
Consults with supervising physicians or other clinicians as dictated by patient need and assessment findings.
Provides patient education on preventive health, reproductive health, and treatment plans.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Participates in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education.
Other assigned activities within scope of practice and training as determined by the group, including first assisting in surgical procedures, rounding on postpartum and post-operative patients, patient telephone triage, etc.
Confers with patients in person and by phone/electronically, collaborates with others in the department to ensure a smooth flow of patient care consistent with established quality indicators and participates in the overall coordination of patient care.
Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families.
Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the practice.
Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events.
Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning.
Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team.

Benefits

Group-paid malpractice insurance
Group-reimbursed license(s) renewals, including DEAs.
Full-time benefit-eligibility with benefits beginning the first of the month after starting and choice of multiple medical insurance plans
No-cost healthcare perks included with your Axia Medical Plan, including Revive (Telemedicine), Quantum Health (Healthcare Concierge), and Hinge Health (Virtual Physical Therapy)
Additional insurance options, including dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, FSA, HSA, identity theft, long term care, pet insurance and more
401(k) with company match
Generous PTO, including PTO for CE attendance
Reimbursement allowance for professional expenses, i.e., CEUs
Group-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
Access to discounts on Hotels, Theme Parks, Gym Memberships, and more through the Great Work Perks Program.