Physician Assistant

Job Overview:

Surgical Physician Assistant. The candidate will be a critical member of the surgical team, caring for patients with surgical problems/needs, and related surgical procedures.

Qualifications:

• Board certified or Board eligible surgeon, Credentialed Physician's Assistant

• Possess a current Basic Life Support Certification Required

• Possess a current Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred

• Experience with surgical patients is highly preferred

• Experience with robotics is preferred but is not the deciding factor.

Scheduled Requirements:

• Full Time

• Day Shift

• 40 hours

Essential Functions:

• Evaluating and managing patients with surgical diseases

• Performing bedside procedures when appropriate

• Assist the surgeon in the operating room,

• Ensure continuum of care between the inpatient and outpatient areas,

• Will be required to be on-call, during the evenings/nights/weekends and holidays on rotation,

• The successful candidate will function in full compliance with State and Federal rules and regulations and standards of care,

• Perioperative preparation and postoperative clinical management will be conducted in collaboration with the attending physician and other health care professionals,

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.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plans

• Short & Long Term Disability

• Life & Accidental Death Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Wellness Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

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

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer