Physician Assistant, Staff - Multiple Sclerosis Care Center

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

University of Pittsburgh Physicians is hiring a full-time Staff Physician Assistant to support the Multiple Sclerosis Care Center at UPMC Magee Womens Hospital. The position focuses on Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology. The APP sees patients independently in clinic and supports the infusion center. The center includes six attending physicians, three APPs, an infusion center with 10 bays, seven clinic exam rooms, and a procedure room used for lumbar punctures, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), and venous punctures. The clinic provides comprehensive care for complex diagnoses including MS, NMO, MOGAD, and Autoimmune Encephalitis. The Staff APP is a member of the care delivery team and is accountable for providing patient care under physician supervision and collaboration. The role includes applying independent judgment, communicating and collaborating with the care team, developing care plans, and maintaining relationships with physicians, other providers, patients, and families to support patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care. The position also involves continued clinical development, patient and family education, participation in evidence-based practice and quality improvement, and contributing to a safe, effective workplace. The schedule is Monday through Friday during daylight hours. The successful candidate is placed according to years and months of experience for employment purposes.

Requirements

Graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).
Current state PA license and certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Current CPR certification.
Act 34 Clearance.
Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, other providers, staff, departments, patients, and families.
Ability to work productively and effectively in a complex environment and handle multiple or changing priorities and specialized equipment.
Critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities related to patient care; good clinical judgment.
Critical-thinking skills necessary to apply and lead others in applying acceptable standards of practice.
Mobility and visual-manual dexterity.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
Successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, if applicable to the Business Unit practice.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in neurology, urology, infusion, or cancer centers is preferred.
A BS or MS candidate is preferred.
Experience as a physician assistant and/or experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

See patients independently in clinic and support the infusion center.
Provide and manage patient care activities for a group of patients and their families using independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with team members.
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and families to achieve desired patient outcomes.
Formulate plans of care that consider individual patient needs and provide care as described in department policies and procedures.
Communicate effectively with the health care team, including through documentation.
Apply professional practice knowledge and skills, critical thinking, and sound clinical judgment in patient care.
Identify patient and family education needs and provide basic education to support the episode of care.
Pursue clinical development, seek feedback and guidance, and participate in ongoing learning and professional development.
Participate in evidence-based practice and identify opportunities to improve clinical care, patient safety, satisfaction, and quality outcomes.
Support workplace safety, demonstrate accountability for professional development, and contribute to improvement and change initiatives.
Set priorities and build healthy working relationships with colleagues and other disciplines.
Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan, assess patient data, and interpret age-specific care needs.