Physician Assistant

Responsibilities:

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 urology 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 Urology service line

Active involvement with quality improvement initiatives as well as best practice models for hospital and Urology

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 resident and staff education, independent or requested consultation, research, and administrative actvities

Analyzes new knowledge gained from conferences, workships, professional literature, or "hands on training" and assimiliates this knowledge into clinical practice

Qualifications:

Must possess a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner degree from an accredited school.

Two years of experience as a practicing PA/NP preferred.

Must possess a State of Maryland Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner License, in good standing.

Certification Requirements - CPR

Permanent