Thoracic Physician Assistant Jobs in Edison at Hackensack Meridian Health

Overview

The Nurse Practitioner Physician Assistant Outpatient Thoracic Surgery performs the role utilizing the patient-centered coordinated care model demonstrated through the following competencies: leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation/collaboration, coaching/guiding, research, and ethical decision making. Works collaboratively with other members of the practice/hospital team to assess, plan and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs.

About JFK University Medical Center in Edison, NJ:

We are a nationally recognized, high-performing Thoracic Surgery practice dedicated to delivering cutting-edge, compassionate care to patients with complex thoracic conditions. Our multidisciplinary team includes world-renowned surgeons, advanced practice providers, and support staff who collaborate to provide outstanding outcomes in thoracic oncology, minimally invasive surgery, robotic-assisted procedures, and more. We are committed to innovation, clinical excellence, and ongoing research that shapes the future of thoracic care.

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) will play a critical role in delivering comprehensive care to patients undergoing evaluation and treatment for thoracic conditions in the outpatient setting. Working in close collaboration with thoracic surgeons and the broader care team, the NP / PA will provide outpatient care, pre- and post-operative assessments, care coordination, and patient education.

Why Join Us?

• Work alongside leaders in thoracic surgery and participate in complex, life-changing care

• Access to ongoing clinical education and advancement opportunities

• Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and patient-centered team

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Responsibilities

1. Obtains a details and accurate history, and identifies problems and presents information to the supervising physician. 2. Charts via written, dictation, or electronic means: admission notes, history and physical examinations, consultations, daily patient encounter notes, urgent evaluation notes, minor procedure notes, and brief post-operative notes as it pertains to patients in the inpatient or outpatient setting; present this information to the supervising physician. 3. Prescribes medications in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations under supervision of licensed physician if approved by the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners. Under the guidance and direction of supervising physician and in accordance with the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners, Prescribe controlled dangerous substances only with current state CDS license and DEA number; the physician¿s assistant signs his/her own name and license number, as well as the supervising physician. 4. Assists a supervising surgeon in the operating room when a qualified assistant physician is not required, and a second assistant is deemed necessary by the supervising surgeon. 5. Assists supervising physician in a procedure room when a qualified physician is present and it is deemed that a qualified assistant physician is not needed. 6. Writes post-operative/post procedure note(s) and order(s) for supervising physician. 7. Acts as a ¿first line¿ person responsible for all the post procedure management of patients as requested by the primary physician. 8. Starts IVs, inserts foley catheters and nasogastric tubes, irrigates foley catheters, orders transfusions of blood and products, venipuncture, and debriedments. 9. Exhibit organizational, communication and leadership skills, initiative, accountability, responsibility, appropriate judgment, and decision making. 10. Assist supervising physician with office hours and functions as an advocate for patients by managing prescription prior authorization, serving as a clinical expert to obtain surgical prior authorization requiring validation of medical necessity, and resolve issues associated with patient messages that require clinical support. 11. Participates in research trails collecting, aggregating and entering data. 12. Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.). 13. Function as a resource to health care personnel and participate in their educational programs. 14. Greets patients and visitors in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner. Smiles, making patients/visitors feel welcome and important; makes direct eye contact; responds promptly to patients' needs. 15. Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies. 16. Displays an understanding and awareness of and performs all duties in accordance with the Hospital's Mission and Vision Statements. 17. Adheres to all Hospital infection control and safety policies. 18. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior. 19. Other duties and/or projects as assigned.

Qualifications

NP Qualifications:

• Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

• Current Nurse Practitioner licensure in [State]

• National certification (ACNP, FNP, or equivalent)

• Thoracic, surgical, or oncology experience preferred

• Excellent communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in a high-volume, academic or tertiary care setting

• Commitment to evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development

PA Qualifications:

Knowledge, Education and Skills Required: 

1. Graduate of a U.S. school accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on the Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
2. Masters preferred

Knowledge, Education and Skills Preferred: 

1. At least two years of practice as a surgical Physician Assistant
2. Neuroscience experience preferred
3. EPIC experience preferred

Required Certification/Licensing: 

1. NJ Physician Assistant License - P.A.
2. NJ Controlled Dangerous Substances Physician Certification - C.D.S.
3. Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate - DEA

Preferred Certification/Licensing:   

1. Basic and Advanced Life Support

Compensation
Starting at $117,395.20 Annually

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.


The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.


In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.

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