PD Physician Assistant - Orthopedic APP's - JCMC

Job Description

Job Title: PD Physician Assistant

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Orthopedic APP's - JCMC

Req #: 0000210533

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $57.69 - $91.34 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage 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.

RWJBH at Jersey City Medical Center is seeking a Per Diem Physician Assistant in the orthopedic department at Jersey City Medical Center.

Job Overview:

The Physician Assistant is responsible for performing duties independently following established and standardized procedures and methods.

The Physician Assistant provides care through assessment, diagnosis, clinical judgment, and management to restore, maintain, and improve the health status of patients.

Participates in the clinical management of orthopedic patients, supporting both surgical and nonsurgical care, while actively engaging with residents and attending physicians in a collaborative learning environment

Responsible for hospital-based care including inpatient rounding, emergency room consultations, pre- and post-op management, wound care e,g, dressings, wound vacs, discharges, and occasional surgical assistance

Manages care for patients across orthopaedic subspecialties, including total joint replacements hip, knee, shoulder, trauma Level 2, hand, pediatric, and spine cases

Required:

Current NJ PA license required

NCCPA certification required

CDS required

DEA required

BLS required

Scheduling Requirements:

Per Diem

Day and night and weekend shifts