What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant, ED position at Massachusetts General Hospital?
**New Competitive PA rates**
We currently have exciting opportunities for experienced PAs to work in our Emergency Department. We are looking for full-time staff, day/evening/night shifts, 12-hour shifts with weekend/holiday rotation. We are not considering New Grads at this time
Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for the care of emergency department patients under the direction of the attending physicians and in accordance with the rules and regulations of Massachusetts governing Physician Assistant practice. The PA will obtain patient histories, perform comprehensive physical examinations to evaluate patients for admission, perform bedside diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, coordinate tests and consultations, implement treatment plans, communicate with referring and consulting physicians, perform patient education, and prepare patients for discharge. The PA assumes responsibility for patients in accordance with service policies and protocols.
Reasons to Choose MGH Emergency Department:
- APPs work in all areas of the ED (Fast Track, Evaluation, Critical Care, Observation)
- Continuing education stipend
- Growth opportunities with protected time
- Schedule Flexibility
- Supportive, education-oriented work environment
- Premium pay for weekenders and nocturnist
- arking available for evening, night, and weekend shifts
Reasons to Choose MGH:
- APP Career Ladder
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Generous paid time off
- Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
- Free parking for Night & Weekend shifts
- Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan
- Employee "Perks" - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.
Requirements for an Emergency Department PA:
Licenses:
- Required: Graduate of an accredited American Medical Association-approved Physician Assistant training program.
- Required: Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants within one year of hire. Must maintain this certification by completing required 100 hours of Continuing Medical Education credits every two years. In addition, PA must demonstrate continued competence by passing a re-certification exam every six years.
Certifications:
Required: American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support
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