Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program
Current Physician Assistant Licensure in Massachusetts
Current NCCPA certification
Minimum of two years as a Surgical Physician Assistant
Strong understanding of surgical procedures and patient care protocols
Responsibilities
Assist attending surgeons as the first assistant in surgical cases
Provide inpatient care by conducting history and physicals, consults, and daily progress notes
Participate in department staff meetings and committees
Deliver outpatient care to patients in the Practice
Prescribe medications and therapies in consultation with attending physicians
Ensure billing and compliance accuracy in patient care documentation
Provide reasonable call coverage including nights, weekends, and holidays
Benefits
Supportive team environment with a focus on patient-centered care
Opportunities for professional development and participation in programs
Engagement in community healthcare initiatives
Diverse surgical and outpatient experience
Flexible shift scheduling for better work-life balance
Full Job Description
Holyoke Medical Center is an independent community hospital that has served the healthcare needs of the Pioneer Valley for over 125 years. We continue to grow and address the needs of our community through quality and patient centered care.
We are seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our team. Duties include but are not limited to:
To assist attending surgeons as first assistant in surgical cases and to provide appropriate patient care under the direction of the medical, surgical attending, medical attending, anesthesia attending and/or radiology attending.
To provide inpatient care to patients of the Program by conducting and properly documenting history and physicals, consults and daily progress notes consistent with the Medical Center's policies; communicate any new or worsening findings to attending physician involved in the surgical case in a timely manner.
To participate in department staff meetings, programs and committees
To provide outpatient care to patients in the Practice.
To prescribe medications and appropriate therapies with consent of attending physicians and in adherence to applicable Federal and State Requirements, and in accordance to PA Guidelines.
To provide accurate and complete information regarding patient care for billing and compliance purposes.
To provide reasonable call coverage that includes availability on night, weekend and holiday
REQUIREMENTS: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program; current Physician Assistant Licensure in Massachusetts; current NCCPA certification; two years as a Surgical Physician Assistant
About Valley Health
Valley Health is a non-profit healthcare organization headquartered in Winchester, Virginia. The organization operates hospitals, urgent care centers, and other healthcare facilities in Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland. Valley Health was founded in 1994 through the merger of Winchester Medical Center and Warren Memorial Hospital. The organization is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services to the communities it serves.
