Physician Assistant - Hospital Medicine

Tufts Medicine•Boston, MA

20h•$124,800 - $156,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Physician Assistant – Hospital Based position assists physician staff in providing medical services to patients, within legal limitations and under the direction of a supervising physician. The role conducts complete and accurate initial evaluations, obtains medical histories, reviews patient records, prepares comprehensive medical status reports, and orders laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic studies appropriate to each patient. It coordinates treatment plans, monitors patient progress, and refers patients to appropriate sources for care as needed. The Physician Assistant manages a broad range of patients and clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures. Working collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals, the role assesses patients, diagnoses and treats acute and chronic conditions, develops individualized plans of care, communicates with patients and care teams, and adjusts care in response to changing circumstances. The position also supports patient and family education, preventive care, accurate clinical documentation, cost-effective care, and implementation of Nursing Service policies and procedures. It may include orienting and training Physician Assistants, coordinating staff schedules, assisting with performance evaluations, and participating in inpatient rounds and medical emergencies during regular working hours. The role requires lifting and turning patients weighing 30–35 pounds, prolonged standing and walking, occasional bending and other movements, and exposure to infectious disease, potentially carcinogenic chemicals, and blood-borne pathogens. It also requires fine manual dexterity for procedures and keyboard use, visual accuracy, and the ability to hear physician instructions. The stated pay range is $124,800.00–$156,000.00, based on full-time equivalent.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Successful completion of a Physician Assistant program.
Physician Assistant licensure within the first three months following receipt of a complete application for medical staff membership and privilege.
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Ability to assess patients of different age groups and provide appropriate care.
Effective interpersonal skills for interacting with physicians, staff, patients, and families.
Strong analytical skills for evaluating patients and coordinating treatment plans.
Maturity, self-confidence, and ability to follow complex patient management plans as directed by the attending physician.

Nice To Haves

State and federal controlled substances registration.

Responsibilities

Manage a broad spectrum of patients and perform a wide range of clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures.
Assess patient health by obtaining thorough medical histories and performing physical examinations and laboratory and diagnostic studies; diagnose health and developmental problems and care for patients with acute and chronic diseases.
Assess patient and family psychosocial and educational needs, learning readiness, and barriers to learning during admission.
Examine patients and records, distinguish normal from abnormal findings, recognize early signs of serious physical or emotional problems, and consult physicians regarding evaluation and condition.
Develop comprehensive, individualized plans of care using established standards, knowledge of disease, growth and development, and patients’ emotional, social, and spiritual needs.
Communicate professionally with patients and families, practitioners, physicians, and coworkers.
Set priorities and modify care as circumstances change; consult the physician regarding patient encounters and triage or refer patients when appropriate.
Order laboratory and radiological testing based on assessed needs.
Maintain required records, reports, and statistics, including accurate patient records, charts, and administrative documentation.
Use appropriate prescribing practices, including selection and volume of agents and refills.
Promote preventive medicine through patient education and counseling, and document patient and family teaching.
Communicate patient needs to other clinical personnel and contribute to care plans.
Collaborate with physicians to manage care cost-effectively, use appropriate organizational resources, and complete assigned work effectively and on time.
May orient and train new Physician Assistants, coordinate staff schedules, assist with performance evaluations, and provide guidance on team building.
May participate in rounds with residents, complete daily patient management assignments, assist with patient care and disposition, and handle medical emergencies during regular working hours on the inpatient service.