What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant - Weight Management, Full Time • • HOT JOB • • position at Holyoke Medical Center?
Holyoke Medical Center
- Bariatric SurgeryHolyoke, MAProfessionalFull Time, 40, day shift, Primarily day shift but there will be weekends / holidays on call Posted 02 / 07 / 2025Req # 9139
Join a high volume Weight Management Program with one of the best weight loss outcomes in the country with an exemplary status in surgical safety. Gain experience in all aspects of Weight Management such as bariatric surgery, gastric balloon therapy, anti-obesity medications, lifestyle interventions and use novel, state of the art weight loss software that our team has designed and we are committed to helping you keep the weight off for life.
We are seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our Weight Management team. Duties include but are not limited to :
To assist attending surgeons as first assistant in bariatric surgical cases and to provide appropriate patient care under the direction of the medical, surgical attending, medical attending, anesthesia attending and / or radiology attending.
To provide inpatient care to patients of the Weight Management Program by conducting and properly documenting history and physicals, consults and daily progress notes consistent with the Medical Center's policies; communicate any new or worsening findings to the attending physician involved in the surgical case in a timely manner.
To participate in department staff meetings, programs and committees as directed by the Medical Director.
To act as a Research Coordinator in ongoing research projects and attend national meetings presenting research as needed
To provide outpatient care to patients in the Weight Management Program.
To prescribe medications and appropriate therapies with the consent of attending physicians and in adherence to applicable Federal and State Requirements, and in accordance to PA Guidelines.
To provide accurate and complete information regarding patient care for billing and compliance purposes.
To provide reasonable call coverage that includes availability on nights, weekends and holidays
REQUIREMENTS : Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program; current Physician Assistant Licensure in Massachusetts; current NCCPA certification; two years as a Surgical Physician Assistant, experience in Bariatric Surgery preferred
We offer a competitive salary & benefits package, including :
Low cost health insurance with no deductibles when using HMC services
Dental and vision insurance
Free disability and life insurance
403(b) plan
In-House Pharmacy
Relaxation Room and Fitness Center
Other voluntary benefits, such as LegalShield, Pet Insurance
Free onsite parking
