Job Description

Job Title: Physician Assistant

Location: Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department Name: Cardiac APP's - CBMC

Req #: 0000209084

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Description:

• The nurse practitioner/ physician assistant functions as an independent care provider in collaboration with the medical/surgical staff
• Their advance practice is characterized by comprehensive health assessments and management of patients with acute and/or chronic health problems in the peri-operative cardiothoracic surgery setting
• Obtain patient histories and perform physical examination
• Write consultations, H&Ps, pre-op orders and post-op progress notes as indicated
• Assess and manage pre- and post-operative conditions as well as common health problems
• Order and evaluate pertinent diagnostic tests including but not limited to: Radiology, laboratories, echocardiograms and ECG s
• Prescribe pharmacological agents and non-pharmacological treatments for appropriate medical conditions
• Educate patients and/or families regarding disease process, medical and surgical intervention and health promotion
• Document patient teaching
• Refers and communicates pertinent abnormalities to surgical director/medical specialist
• Serves as a resource for nursing and ancillary staff in regards to patient and disease management
• Facilitate practices that are in compliance with PRO-NJ and JCAHO requirements

Requirements

• Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant in the state of New Jersey.
• Current NJ state license CDS and DEA
• Current BLS and ACLS required
• Acute care certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in cardiac surgery, structural cardiology or general cardiology 

Responsibilities include:

• Consultations 
• Post-Op Follow-Up Visits
• Optimizing patients prior to surgery through referral to specialty providers
• Managing post-op complications
• Coordinating with office staff to provide patients an optimal pre- and post-operative experience

Additional Information:

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabasHealth, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Throughour Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabasHealth!

RWJBarnabasHealth is the premier health caredestination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team.  We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.  As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. 

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact inlocal communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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