Physician Assistant, Surgery- Atlantic Health Chilton Surgical Services

Job description

Responsible for treating and providing health care services to patients under direction and responsibility of a physician. Educates patients on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders or diseases. Assists patients in the management of chronic diseases and illnesses and promotes health and wellness.
Principal Accountabilities:
• Evaluates patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and gathers patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results.
• Performs treatment procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required:
• Bachelor of Science Degree.
• Master of Science Degree in Physician Assistant studies or related field.
• Valid NJ Physician Assistant license.
• American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) Certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLC) Certification.

Preferred:
1. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification.