Physician Assistant - MBC

Position Summary

Working interdependently with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers, provides a broad range of physician assistant services following established policies and protocols. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Provides services to patients including but not limited to ambulatory care, taking health histories, risk assessment and cancer screening, performing assessments, diagnosis, and conducting health education and counseling. Assess, manage, and treat acute, chronic, benign, and malignant breast conditions. Performs assessment/data collection in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychological, and cognitive status. Interpret breast imagery (ultrasound, mammogram, MRI) collaboratively with breast radiologists. Interpret breast pathology. Perform genetic testing based on NCCN guidelines, interpreting common testing results, and conducting counseling based on results. Routine meetings with laboratory representatives and Cancer IQ management. Develops plans of care based on patient assessment ensuring appropriate follow-up in accordance with established physician assistant protocols. Provides teaching and emotional support to patients and families. Refers patients for further care based on severity of illness and symptoms/response to treatments tried. Utilizes written guidelines/protocol for clinical decision making and management. Prescribes medication appropriate to breast care management. Will need current DEA and CDS licensure. Routine office-based procedures: venipuncture, I&D, obtain cultures, punch biopsies, post-operative care, suture removal and wound care. First-assistant to breast surgeons in operating room (hospital OR and ASC) for mastectomies, sentinel node and lumpectomies. Prepares timely, legible, and complete documentation of all patient care as provided by law, regulation, and established policy Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights. Applies safety principles as identified by established policy. Participates in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices. Ensures compliance with legal issues including but not limited to patient confidentiality and risk management; federal, state, and local regulations. Participates in quality improvement and utilization review activities. Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with office staff, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals. Adjusts to fluctuating peaks in patient flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality. Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and protocols. Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergencies. Able to work collaboratively with multiple health professionals in a busy and complex environment using tact, diplomacy, and discipline. Strong charting/documentation skills. Commitment to excellence and high standards Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills Ability to manage priorities and workflow Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm Acute attention to detail Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds. Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions Creative, flexible, and innovative team player COMPETENCIES: Analytical--Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Design’s workflows and procedures. Problem Solving--Identifies and resolves problems in a timely and creative manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Interpersonal Skills--Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Communication--Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Documents clearly and thoroughly. Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Asks for and offers help when needed. Leadership--Exhibit’s confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others. Makes self-available to staff. Quality--Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Time management, displays passion and optimism, strives to increase productivity, and generates suggestions to improve workflow. Adaptability--Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Change’s approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Frequently required to stand Frequently required to walk Frequently required to sit Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity Frequently required to balance, bend, stoop, or kneel Continually required to talk or hear Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information and use a keyboard Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 25 pounds Occasionally exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials Education and Experience MA/MS completion of an accredited physician assistant program. 1– 3 years Certificate and Licenses Needed Graduate from an accredited school. Current NJ state PA license and CPR certification. DEA licensure in NJ. CDS licensure in NJ. Credentialing at various local hospitals and surgical centers. Two to four years related experience or equivalent, preferred but not required. We Offer: