What are the responsibilities and job description for the PA First Assist - Surgery (Multi Campus) position at Hackensack Meridian Health?
The First Assist Physician Assistant assists, monitors, and manages the day-to-day needs of patients as requested by, in conjunction with, and under the supervision of a physician. Performs the duties and responsibilities of a Physician Assistant according to customary and generally accepted medical standards.
The PAs see patients in the office as well as have scheduled OR time. Multiple office locations and covers JSUMC, OUMC, BayshoreMC, RiverviewMC.
Weekends as Needed
Holiday Work As Needed
On-Call Commitment Required
Qualifications:
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 1. Successful completion of an approved physician's assistant program, accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education. 2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 3. Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms Licenses and Certifications Required: 1. Physician Assistant License. 2. National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. 3. BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification. 4. AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.