Neuroscience Physician Assistant

Job Description

UM, Capital Region, a member of the University of Maryland Medical System is looking for an Advanced Practice Practitioner to join the Neuroscience team to meet increasing clinical demand and expanding neuroscience roles at UM Capital Region Health located in its new state-of-the-art facility in Largo, MD.

• Joins a multifaceted team that covers neurosurgery, neurocritical care, and elective neurosurgery cases.

• Advanced Practice Practitioner (APP) will be trained to cover all aspects of the neuroscience team.

• Will have the opportunity to cross cover other APP lead service lines.

• Performs routine and expanded job descriptions as listed in the provider's delegation agreement on file with the Maryland Board of Physicians or Maryland Board of Nursing. Under the direction of a physician, the APP will:

• Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services to critically ill patients.

• Obtain medical histories, examines patients, rounds daily, orders and interprets tests, makes initial diagnoses, and orders treatments.

• Communicate effectively with attending physicians, other medical teams, team members, and patients and their families.

• Administer therapeutic procedures such as placement of intracranial monitoring systems, extraventricular drains, VP shunt taps, suturing, and wound care.

• Instructs and counsels patients.

• May first assist in the operating room when necessary.

• Demonstrates competence and skill in required tasks and procedures.

• Demonstrates knowledge of and competency in required subspecialty.

• Completes at least 50 hours of Category I CME every two years. Including 32 hours of trauma related CME.

• Performs according to Maryland Board of Physician or Board of Nursing standards and expanded job description procedural protocols.

• Facilitates excellence in quality assurance and the delivery of patient care as part of our High Reliability Organization.

• Provides optimal quality of patient care while following safety guidelines,

• Maintains a procedure complication rate less than the national average.

• Contributes to cohesive group relations; uses open communication to resolve problems in and between departments.

• Demonstrates commitment to professional department and organizational core values.

Company Description

University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a physician-led, internationally recognized healthcare system offering uniquely rewarding careers in major Maryland marketplaces. Create your future in a healthcare setting that is right for you and your practice. Become part of something greater by applying your experience, input, and leadership-as a clinician and healthcare expert.

Qualifications

• PAs: Bachelor's degree, graduation from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program, and certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician's Assistants are required. Candidate must hold an active Maryland license through the Maryland Board of Physicians.

• NPs: Bachelor's degree, RN experience, and completion of Acute Nurse Practitioner degree. Candidate must hold an active Maryland license through the Maryland Board of Nursing.

• One year of neurosurgery or neurocritical care experience is preferred.

• Credentialing must be obtained from UM Capital Region Health's Medical Staff Office.

• Maintenance of BLS /ACLS certification is required. ATLS certification preferred.

• Salary is commensurate with clinical experience.

Additional Information

As a UMMS provider, you can expect:

• Competitive Salary

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid malpractice insurance

• Generous paid time off

• CME hours and CME allowance

• Retirement plan - 403-B with employer match

Be part of a rich tradition of Medicine while shaping the future of care delivery.

We are not accepting inquiries or solicitations from 3rd party recruiters/search firms.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.