What are the responsibilities and job description for the PA-Emergency Medicine position at South Shore Health?
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Requisition Number
R-18728
Facility
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name
SSH Emergency Department APC PB
Status
Full time
Budgeted Hours
36
Shift
Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Under the medical direction of the MD Chair of Emergency Medicine as well as the Executive Director of APCs, the PA will evaluate, treat and manage patients with Emergent conditions.
Under the general guidance of the Medical Director of the Emergency Department and in accordance with 263CMR2.00 of the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Physician Assistants, the Physician Assistant will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with diseases and adverse health conditions following the written guidelines approved by the Department of Emergency Medicine.
Minimum Education - Preferred
Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant Program
Minimum Work Experience
Prefer two or more years of practice, preferably in an emergency service
Required Licenses / Registrations
ACNP - Adult Nurse Practitioner
PA - Physician Assistant license required.
NCCPA - National Commission on Certification Physician Assistants required.
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required.
Pediatric Life Support (PALS) certification preferred.
License, certifications, and classes will be monitored by the Medical Staff Services Department
Demonstrates history of proficiency in the delivery of Emergency Medical care to patients of all ages.
Demonstrates history of a strong member of an Emergency Care Team successful completion of South Shore Hospital credentialing process.
1 - Performs evaluations, including: pertinent history and physical exam on patients assigned to Urgent Care. Institute a plan of care based on findings. Inform the responsible Emergency Physician of pertinent subjective and objective data and routine diagnostic and therapeutic measures initiated.
a - Documents clinical findings and impressions on the patients record.
b - Consults MD when necessary, prior to proceeding with care.
c - Orders diagnostic tests.
d - Prescribes required medications and treatments.
e - Coordinates subspecialty referrals in consultation with the responsible Emergency physician.
f - Provides follow-up instructions for patient and/or family.
2 - Performs special procedures after orientation and documentation of competency. All procedures will be performed in accordance with approved protocols.
3 - Serves as clinical resource to nursing staff.
a - Assists in the development of emergency nursing staff.
b - Participates in Quality Monitoring activities.
c - Assists in the development of treatment protocols.
4 - Evaluates patients in regard to discharge or admission in order to improve the flow of patients.
3 12 hours shifts per week
Responsibilities If Required
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements
ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Physician Assistant - Board of Registration of Physician Assistants (Massachusetts)
Requisition Number
R-18728
Facility
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name
SSH Emergency Department APC PB
Status
Full time
Budgeted Hours
36
Shift
Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Under the medical direction of the MD Chair of Emergency Medicine as well as the Executive Director of APCs, the PA will evaluate, treat and manage patients with Emergent conditions.
Under the general guidance of the Medical Director of the Emergency Department and in accordance with 263CMR2.00 of the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Physician Assistants, the Physician Assistant will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with diseases and adverse health conditions following the written guidelines approved by the Department of Emergency Medicine.
Minimum Education - Preferred
Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant Program
Minimum Work Experience
Prefer two or more years of practice, preferably in an emergency service
Required Licenses / Registrations
ACNP - Adult Nurse Practitioner
PA - Physician Assistant license required.
NCCPA - National Commission on Certification Physician Assistants required.
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required.
Pediatric Life Support (PALS) certification preferred.
License, certifications, and classes will be monitored by the Medical Staff Services Department
Demonstrates history of proficiency in the delivery of Emergency Medical care to patients of all ages.
Demonstrates history of a strong member of an Emergency Care Team successful completion of South Shore Hospital credentialing process.
1 - Performs evaluations, including: pertinent history and physical exam on patients assigned to Urgent Care. Institute a plan of care based on findings. Inform the responsible Emergency Physician of pertinent subjective and objective data and routine diagnostic and therapeutic measures initiated.
a - Documents clinical findings and impressions on the patients record.
b - Consults MD when necessary, prior to proceeding with care.
c - Orders diagnostic tests.
d - Prescribes required medications and treatments.
e - Coordinates subspecialty referrals in consultation with the responsible Emergency physician.
f - Provides follow-up instructions for patient and/or family.
2 - Performs special procedures after orientation and documentation of competency. All procedures will be performed in accordance with approved protocols.
3 - Serves as clinical resource to nursing staff.
a - Assists in the development of emergency nursing staff.
b - Participates in Quality Monitoring activities.
c - Assists in the development of treatment protocols.
4 - Evaluates patients in regard to discharge or admission in order to improve the flow of patients.
3 12 hours shifts per week
Responsibilities If Required
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements
ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Physician Assistant - Board of Registration of Physician Assistants (Massachusetts)
