Physician Assistant-Blackwood Practice-SBPA Offset

RWJBarnabas Health
US - New Jersey - West Orange
November 5, 2024

Physician Assistant-Blackwood Practice-SBPA Offset
Req #: 0000172340

Category: Physician Assistant

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department: Blackwood Practice-SBPA Offset

Location:

Barnabas Health Medical Group,
95 OLD SHORT HILLS ROAD, WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052

Job Overview-

The Physician Assistant is an independent health care provider who coordinates inpatient/outpatient care through collaboration with the Physician. The PA provides care in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures of the practice and the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners/Physician Assistant Advisory Committee.

Required:

Physician Assistant Certification,
Registration & Licensure by the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners/ Physician Assistant Advisory
Basic Life Support (BLS);
Advanced Life Support (ACLS)

Preferred:

Fluency in Spanish, and other languages is a plus

Scheduling Requirements:

Full time
40 hours

Essential Functions:

The Physician Assistant is responsible for assisting the Physician in the office, taking H&Ps, administering medications, performing physical exams, and participating in flow of patients thru the practice.
The PA will assist the physicians with various procedures/surgeries and assist with coordinating the case of the patient.
Demonstrates an ability to organize and achieve quality performance in new routine.
Demonstrates effectiveness in coordinating aspects of patient care within a woman s health environment.
Demonstrates strong organizational skills, communicates effectively. Organizes daily schedule and demonstrates time management.
Effectively prioritizes work assignments and demonstrates effective communication skills
Implements the policies and procedures of the practice. Performs assessment and reassessment of the patient according to applicable department standards and identified tools.
Manages time to meet the needs of the Lab. Possesses good working knowledge of scheduling and procedure prioritization to minimize delays and ensure completion of daily work schedule
Performs other duties as assigned by the Physician.
Recognizes areas for improvement in divisional policies or patient care; initiates change; educate all involved in change
Regularly communicates with nursing leadership and staff concerning patient care issues
Thoroughly explains procedures to patients prior to testing.
Provides appropriate patient teaching as necessary.
Calculating breast cancer risk scores
First assist in the OR
Contacting patients with test results and ordering follow up imaging as needed
Updating RXS for patients when expired
Ordering imaging
Ordering pre-op testing on occasion
Coordinating patient care with other specialties
Scheduling EOD work ups and other follow up diagnostic testing if patients cannot get scheduled in a timely manner
Sending outside slides to our lab for slide reviews
Requesting slides
Biopsy spreadsheet
Tracking neo-adjuvant patients
Scheduling patients
Filling out genetic testing kits, checking the myriad portal, doing all follow up paperwork as required by insurance
Contacting patients with results
Oncotypes
Post-op calls including on weekends
Drain checks and removal
Handling post-op complications
Tumor board write-ups, attendance and evaluations
Attend quarterly breast conference meetings
Certified letters
Follow up with radiologists on certain imaging results
H&Ps for OR
Conduct office visits with patients typically 3 days/week

Additional Information:

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

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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