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RWJBarnabas Health

Physician Assistant (PD) MMC NO Behavioral

RWJBarnabas Health, Long Branch, New Jersey, us, 07740

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Physician Assistant (PD) MMC NO Behavioral Req #:

47297

Category:

Physician Assistant

Status:

Per Diem

Shift:

Day

Facility:

Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department:

MMC NO Behavioral

Pay Range:

$57.69 - $91.34 per hour

Location: 300 SECOND AVENUE, LONG BRANCH, NJ 07740

Job Title: Physician Assistant Location: Monmouth Medical Center Department: MMC NO Behavioral Req#: 000047297 Status: Per DIem Shift: Day Pay Range: $57.69 to $91.34 per hour Pay Transparency: The above pay range reflects the anticipated per hour range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Job Summary: This Per Diem Psychiatric Physician Assistant Role will be covering weekend call for the Child and Adolescent inpatient unit CCIS at MMC. The PA is supporting the psychiatric and medical needs of the patient that receive services there The Physician Assistant is an independent health care provider who coordinates outpatient care through collaboration with the Physician The PA provides care in accordance with the objectives policies and procedures of the practice and the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners and Physician Assistant Advisory Committee Qualifications: Current Licensure as an Physician Assistant in the State of New Jersey is required. NCCPA ACLS & BLS Certifications DEA CDS Although not required fluency in Spanish and other languages is a plus

Scheduling Requirements: Per Diem Day Shift Essential Functions: Administers injections, immunizations and oral medications, starts IV. Assists physician by recording patient progress notes, issues diagnostic orders, and transcribes orders. Assists with various counseling and education functions. Billing for patient services based on CMS and NJ State Board Regulations. Demonstrates satisfactory knowledge and judgment to provide appropriate care for patients. Develops plan of care for patients in coordination with multidisciplinary team and completes appropriate reports to physicians and family. Documents and maintains patient records of services provided according to facility and nursing standards. Establishes a collaborative relationship with other medical providers. Examines patients to determine presence of illness, utilizing physical findings, laboratory results, medical history, ascertains nature and extent of illness and prescribes treatments as indicated. Interviews, instructs and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Issues prescriptions to patients based on Federal & State Regulations. Orders and reviews appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures. Reviews all lab data and documents. Participates in the development of protocols. Performs and obtains a completed medical history and physical data on patients with appropriate documentation and findings. Performs independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situations. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits. Responsible for coordinating nursing and training programs on compliant for policies such as HIPAA, OSHA, Code of Conduct. Responsible for maintaining the quality and adequacy of nursing practice. Reviews and audits charts routinely. Sutures wounds, incise and drains wounds, repairs lacerations. Works in collaboration with a physician to diagnose conditions as necessary. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Additional Information: Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. Equal Opportunity Employer #LI-EM2 RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer