Mercy Medical Center·Baltimore, Maryland
The Physician Assistant provides inpatient clinical care for spine patients, including surgical first assisting and coordinating discharge planning. They are responsible for maintaining medical records, implementing strategies to reduce hospital stay duration, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Join Our Team at Mercy Medical Center – Now Hiring a Physician Assistant to support the Maryland Spine Center at Mercy, Mercy Medical Center is honored to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for three consecutive years (2023–2025) and as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2025. Additionally, we are proud to be a multi-time recipient of Forbes' America's Best Midsize Employers award, most recently in 2025. As a hospital founded by the Sisters of Mercy, we offer a supportive and empowering environment where dedicated medical professionals thrive. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact through your work and contributing to a mission of compassionate care, we invite you to apply today and join our Mercy family.
Practice in the inpatient clinical practice setting with shared responsibility for assessment and management of patients at The Maryland Spine Center includes: Coordinates care for Spine patients through the course of hospital admission & inpatient care, and discharge planning: coordinating the continuity of care between the hospital floor setting, operating room and discharge Cross coverage on inpatient floor, supporting rounds on patients until discharge support is required, D/C summaries, prescriptions, medicine reconciliation, patient education, private MD communication, quality assurance, and miscellaneous rounding support Capable of serving as the first assist during surgery Dictates admission and daily progress notes, orders, and directs discharge planning & follow up, and works to improve the quality of care & patient satisfaction. Implements strategies to decrease length of stay & re-admission rates on the inpatient service Educates patients and/or families about the spine condition, discharge planning, preventive care, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications Works collaboratively with other specialties in coordination and communication of patient care needs Maintains accurate and confidential electronic medical records: documents all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment, outcomes, education, referrals, discharge summaries and consultations consistent with state regulatory standards Works to collaborate with physicians, residents, and fellows, which facilitates timely consultative and referral services Will be instrumental in the development of care pathways and protocols for The Maryland Spine Center service line Active involvement with quality improvement initiatives as well as best practice models for hospital and The Maryland Spine Center Integrates education, research, leadership, and consultation into clinical role and functions in collegial relationships with nursing peers, physicians, and professionals and others who influence the healthcare environment Participate in staff education, independent or requested consultation, research, and administrative activities Analyzes new knowledge gained from conferences, workshops, professional literature, or "hands on training" and assimilates this knowledge into clinical practice
This role requires on call weekend coverage one time per month This is a day shift position, Monday through Friday. The schedule is flexible and will be discussed during the interview, taking into account the department's needs Must possess a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner degree from an accredited school Two years of experience as a practicing PA/NP preferred Experience as a first assist is preferred, but not required Must possess a State of Maryland Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner License, in good standing Certification Requirements - CPR
USD $51.03/Hr.
USD $91.85/Hr.
Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees 403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays Tuition reimbursement Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees Voluntary Benefits Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values
Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.
Market context
In Maryland, advanced-practice openings in trauma, critical care, and acute surgery tend to draw steady interest because hospitals need clinicians who can step into high-acuity settings with minimal ramp-up. These roles are competitive when employers want a master’s-prepared nurse practitioner with active Maryland licensure, recent specialty experience, and current BLS and ACLS credentials. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm fit against the original job description, then tailor your application to highlight your most relevant acute-care experience.
