PA - Pediatric ER Per Diem
Overview
The Per Diem Emergency Medicine APP, Physician Assistant assists, monitors, and manages the day-to-day needs of patients as requested by, in conjunction with, and under the supervision of a physician. Performs the duties and responsibilities of a Physician Assistant according to customary and generally accepted medical standards.
Responsibilities
- Provide medical services under the supervision of a licensed physician, consistent with the PA's education, training and experience.
- Performs and documents accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem.
- Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate.
- Manages general medical and surgical conditions based on comprehensive knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and the indications and contraindications of pharmacologic agents and other treatment modalities.
- Prescribes medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and NJ regulations, providing patient education as needed.
- Seeks opportunities to promote Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) PA practice recognition (locally, nationally, and internationally) through conferences, publications, and presentations.
- Provides care that is patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective for the promotion of health and treatment of disease.
- Practices as a healthcare provider according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
- Applies evidence-based and value-based medicine to systematically analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes.
- Evaluates patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety and self-management promotion for chronic conditions.
- Demonstrates clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty.
- Translates `best practice' into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care.
- Provides culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families.
- Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds.
- Serves as an advocate for patients and families, identifying and addressing obstacles to care progression and escalating issues as appropriate.
- Serves as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team by addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities.
- Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and workgroups as necessary.
- Demonstrates the highest level of accountability for professional practice and adheres to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes.
- Promotes a collaborative work environment supporting the organizational mission, behavior expectations, values, and pillars.
- Mentors other PAs, precepts students in PA programs and participates in educational programs as a clinical expert.
- Identifies patient/family educational needs and collaborates to implement appropriate teaching materials.
- Promotes innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice.
- Participates in clinical research activities and disseminates findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications.
- Identifies ethical care issues and coordinates interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them.
- Comply with HMH and department-specific scope of services, policies and procedures as applicable to role.
- Adheres to all HMH infection control and safety policies.
- Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
- Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Education:
- Successful completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education.
Licensure & Certifications:
- Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant License.
- Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
Skills & Abilities:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with computer platforms, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.AHA Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.