Current APN Certification or Physician Assistant Certification
Current RN NJ state license (for APN)
CDS and DEA certifications
Current BLS/ACLS certification
RNFA Certification (or equivalent for Surgical NP)
Preferred: Acute care certification
Preferred: 3-5 years of acute care hospital experience
Responsibilities
Perform history and physical examinations for surgical procedures
Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests
See emergent consults in the ED and treat conditions as appropriate
Communicate surgical emergencies and prepare for surgery
Assist with inpatient daily rounds and procedures
Explain procedures to patients prior to testing
Discharge patients in collaboration with the attending physician
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with a focus on patient care
Opportunity to work to the full extent of licensure
Engagement in a variety of surgical and emergency care scenarios
Support for professional development and certifications
Flexible scheduling with per diem options
Full Job Description
Job Title: Physician Assistant
Location: Barnabas Health Medical Group
Department Name: Surgical APP's - Som
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $125,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary 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 Overview:
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is an independent health care provider who coordinates care through collaboration with the attending Physician
The PA or APN provides care in accordance with the objectives policies and procedures of the practice and the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner Advisory Committee
The main function of this role is to provide consistent, high-quality perioperative/postoperative care for all surgery patients
The APP will be expected to function as an active member of the surgery patient care team
Responsibilities include surgical first assisting, perioperative/postoperative management, hospital rounds on inpatients, and emergency room consultations
The APP will be expected to work to the full extent of their licensure with an emphasis on supervised autonomy
QUALIFICATIONS
Required (APN/NP):
Current APN Certification
Current RN NJ state license
CDS
DEA
Current BLS/ACLS
RNFA Certification *exception if Surgical NP certification has surgical assist built into program
Required (Physician Assistant):
Current Physician Assistant Certification
CDS
DEA
Current BLS/ACLS
Preferred:
Acute care certification
3-5 years of acute care hospital experience
Scheduling Requirements:
Two shifts per months ( Ranging from-Days, Night Shift, Weekends, Holidays)
Per Diem
Essential Functions:
Perform history and physical examinations in preparation for surgical procedures
Order appropriate laboratory, radiologic and special diagnostic tests and interpret and report to surgical team
The APP may be asked to see emergent consults in the ED and when appropriate treat conditions within the scope of the APP s practice and experience
Communication of complicated surgical emergencies and appropriate preparation for surgery will also be expected
Assist with inpatient daily rounds as assigned
This can include insertion/discontinuing central lines including but not limited to chest tubes, arterial lines, wound dressing changes, bed side procedure, insertion of temporary dialysis catheters, daily physical exams, and addressing any concerns of the patients on the service
Thoroughly explains procedures to patients prior to testing
Perform appropriate interpretation of laboratory/diagnostic testing
Responsible for discharging patients in collaboration with the attending
Demonstrates strong organizational skills, communicates effectively and demonstrates time management
Performs duties independently and coordinates care with the bedside nurse, attending physician, and other consulting providers
Compassionately interacts with patients across different areas of care
About RWJBarnabas Health
RWJBarnabas Health is the largest integrated healthcare delivery system in New Jersey, with hospitals, ambulatory care centers, and clinics throughout the state. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals, three children's hospitals, a pediatric rehabilitation hospital, a behavioral health center, and numerous other clinical facilities. RWJBarnabas Health is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients and their families, and to advancing medical research and education.
