What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery position at Johns Hopkins Medicine?
Make it happen at Hopkins! Johns Hopkins Suburban Hospital is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our General Surgery team. This unique position focuses on inpatient rounding responsibilities. The successful candidate will work closely with surgeons, residents, and other healthcare professionals to provide exceptional patient care and support the surgical team.
Work Schedule: Rotating shift, 36 hours per week. Some weekends and on call are required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct daily rounds on surgical patients, assessing their recovery and managing post-operative care.
- Collaborate with attending surgeons, residents, and nursing staff to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Provide consultations for inpatients requiring surgical evaluations.
- Participate in the surgical call schedule, covering weekends and holidays on a rotational basis.
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to departmental meetings and case reviews.
- Maintain accurate and timely medical records, documenting patient care activities and outcomes.
- Educate and mentor medical students, residents, and other healthcare professionals.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
- Valid and unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Maryland.
- Minimum of 2 years of licensed Physician Assistant surgery experience in general surgery or a related field.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and proficiency in using healthcare technology.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in an academic medical center or teaching hospital.
- Interest in participating in clinical research and quality improvement projects.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement plans with employer contributions.
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
- Continuing medical education (CME) opportunities and reimbursement.
- Access to cutting-edge medical facilities and technologies.
- Professional growth and advancement within the Johns Hopkins Health System.
***Authorization to Work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.