Physician Assistant (PA) - Chelsea Urgent Care
Company: Partners Healthcare
Location: Chelsea
Posted on: January 25, 2023
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Job Description:
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
Under the supervision and direction of the Unit Chief of the Urgent
Care department and oversite of the Director of Primary Care
Advanced Practice Providers, the Physician Assistant (PA) is
responsible for the care of patients seeking same day care to
diagnosis and treat a variety of conditions, including infectious
illnesses, orthopedic issues, lacerations, issues surrounding
pregnancy, and other medical emergencies. The PA works in
collaboration with a team of physicians (MDs), Nurse Practitioners
(NPs), other Pas, registered nurses (RNs) and Medical Assistants
(MAs), as well as a variety of administrative staff, providing
clinical care under the direction of the Physicians of the day and
in accordance with the rules and regulations of Massachusetts
governing Physician Assistant practice. The PA is expected to
facilitate a medical emergency response, if indicated. The PA will
obtain patient histories; perform comprehensive physical
examinations to evaluate patients, perform bedside diagnostic and
therapeutic procedures, coordinate tests and consultations,
implement treatment plans, communicate with referring and
consulting physicians, perform patient education, and prepare
patients for discharge. The PA assumes responsibility for adult and
pediatric patients in accordance with service policies and
protocols.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical responsibilities:
-Obtains a detailed, accurate health history and performs a
comprehensive evaluation.
-Orders necessary diagnostic tests, consultations, and performs
procedures for which competency has been demonstrated and scope of
practice has been authorized. Diagnostic tests would include but
are not limited to imaging and laboratory tests within their scope
of practice as indicated
-Prescribes medications within their scope of practice as
necessary.
-Performs or assists in routine and complex procedures as
necessary, including but not limited to phlebotomy, splinting,
relocation of joint dislocations, laceration repairs, abscess
incision and drainage, nail trephination, insertion of urethral
catheters, removal of nasal, ear and wound foreign bodies, and
anterior nasal packing as credentialed to perform.
-Writes complete and comprehensive notes on all patients using the
EHR system by end of shift and discusses the care of each patient
with the attending clinician as indicated.
- Identifies system-wide factors contributing to undesirable
outcomes in clinical care and/or clinical operations.
Departmental responsibilities:
-Regularly participates in staff meetings and trainings.
-Supports research efforts in the Urgent Care unit to advance
knowledge and to promote research-based practice.
Professional responsibilities:
-Independently seeks physician consultation for clinical issues
and/or supervisor for management consultation as needed.
-Responsible for own professional growth and maintenance of
required credentials. Applies evidence-based research and
guidelines to practice.
-Maintains the standards and educational requirements specific to
the position and licensure.
-Identifies own learning needs and goals.
-Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills based on
current health care practice/research.
-Assumes other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
No direct supervisory responsibilities. Play a role in the
education of medical students in the Urgent Care Department. Assist
the nursing and house staff in patient education. Teach and assist
other members of the Urgent Care team in performance of specialized
diagnostic procedures.
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:
No direct fiscal responsibilities; however, is responsible for
prudent fiscal management of program resources (e.g. employee
overtime, supplies, etc.).
The above is intended to describe the general contents and
requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this
classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive
statement of all duties, responsibilities or skills of personnel so
classified.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced
Life Support (PALS) certification.
Possess the ability to care for acute and sub-acute adult and
pediatric patients with a broad range of medical problems.
Possess the ability to follow complex patient management plans as
directed by the attending physician.
Eligible for state and federally controlled substances
registration.
Diagnose and treat health problems; obtain patient histories,
perform comprehensive physical exams, do simple diagnostic tests,
prepare a diagnosis and implement treatment procedures for
illnesses; and prescribe medications.
The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and
skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the
patients served on his/her assigned unit.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Well ventilated, well-lit clinical treatment rooms. Work requires
contact with needles and other sharp instruments, electric-cautery
devices, monitoring devices, and other state-of-the-art
equipment.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited American Medical Association-approved
Physician Assistant training program. A college degree is
required.
Must be certified by the National Commission on Certification of
Physician Assistants within one year of hire; must maintain this
certification by completing required 100 hours of Continuing
Medical Education credits every two years. In addition, PA must
demonstrate continued competence by passing a re-certification exam
every six years.
EXPERIENCE: Specify minimum creditable years of experience and
clearly indicate if preferred or required
Prior experience as a NP PA in urgent care or emergency settings
preferred[MJ1]
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
This position reports directly to the Unit Chief of Urgent Care and
has a relationship with both the Nursing Manager and the Practice
Manager.
Works closely with adult and pediatric Urgent Care patients and
their families.
Works as a member of the urgent care team including attending
physicians, residents, nurses, students, and ancillary
personnel.
EEO Statement
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By
embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to
lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities are strongly encouraged.
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