À propos de ce poste NP or PA First Assist- Plastic Surgery- Per Diem-MGH chez Mass General Brigham
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Job Summary
This position is per diem, M-FUnder the supervision and direction of the Division Chief, Sr. Administrative Manager and APP director, Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will support the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Massachusetts General Hospital and satellite surgical locations. The APP will provide patient care within the operating rooms as first assist, and the outpatient office setting of the surgical practices.
In addition, the APP will coordinate and perform patient assessments, treatment, patient education, and assist in the follow-up. The APP will obtain patient histories, perform comprehensive physical examinations to evaluate plastic surgery patients, arrange diagnostic procedures, coordinate consultations, implement treatment plans, communicate with referring physicians, and provide patient and family education.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides and coordinates care of plastic surgery patients at the surgical practices in Boston, Waltham, and Danvers. Provides sound APP practice using advanced knowledge of clinical patient care. Effectively communicates with patients, families, providers, and staff. Participates in projects, programs, and other activities to support clinical practice and practice operations. Maintains necessary licensure and completes continuing education to ensure performance of all responsibilities.
PLASTIC SURGERY FIRST ASSISTANT DUTIES:
• Serves (directly or once trained) as first assistant to surgeons during plastic surgery operations/procedures performed in the operating rooms at the afore mentioned hospitals and surgical centers.
• Preoperative patient management in collaboration with the surgeon.
• Postoperative patient management in collaboration with other health care providers in the immediate postoperative period and beyond
CLINICAL PRACTICE:
• Evaluates follow-up patients, and pre- and post-operative patients.
• Reviews and interprets diagnostic data.
• Order necessary diagnostic tests, consultations and procedures as requested by the attending surgeon.
• Conducts examination, preoperative teaching, post-operative evaluation and management, and follow-up.
• Performs simple skin biopsies, cyst aspirations, incisions, and drains.
• Removes drains, sutures, staples etc.
• Completes disability paperwork for patients.
• Fills out visiting nursing paperwork for patients.
• Prescribes medications.
• Completes and submits billing for services in a timely and accurate manner.
• Serves as an information resource for patients.
• Coordinates interface between inpatient and outpatient care.
Ideal Candidate will Have:
• Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner licensure in Massachusetts 3-5 years’ experience (preferred) in the Advanced Practice role, particularly in either breast oncology, plastic and reconstructive surgery or general surgery arena
• Surgical PA certification or CAPRNFA certified (Certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse First Assist)
• Current Massachusetts Controlled Substance Certificate and DEA license
• Qualified in all basic and advanced cardiac life support standards as established by the American Heart Association
Summary
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for assessing and managing various patient populations, including those with medical and/or surgical conditions, as well as providing diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, developing appropriate plans of care, and conducting ongoing evaluations.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
-Provides direct care, counseling, and education to a designated patient population in ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural settings.
-Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
-Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
-Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
-Consistently provides high-quality and timely documentation, including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes, and discharge summaries.
-Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.
-Orders medications and writes prescriptions in accordance with organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree Nursing or Physician Assistant required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
- Registered Nurse [RN - MA License]
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [MA License] or
- Physician Assistant [MA License]
Experience
Experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$65.25 - $83.59/Hourly
Grade
7
EEO Statement:
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