Per Diem Inpatient Physician Assistant

Overview

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care.

We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV / AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations.

We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician / researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Responsibilities MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS : A Bachelor’s Degree and successful completion of an AAPA / NCCPA accredited Physician Assistant Studies program are required.

Must be NCCPA Certified and licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in Massachusetts. Must maintain current DEA and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Licenses and complete hours of CME according to national and state regulations during each 2 year period of employment.

PA I : No professional experience required.PA II : 2 years of qualifying professional Physician Assistant experience PA III : 5 years of qualifying professional Physician Assistant experience PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Physician Assistant IManages all aspects of patient care in collaboration with his / her supervising MD and care teamExamines patients to obtain information about their physical conditionOrders and interprets diagnostic test results to obtain pertinent medical informationObtains, compiles, and records patient medical data which may include admission and discharge notes, daily progress notes and results of examinationsPrescribes therapy or medications and performs procedures according to DFCI privilegesDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all members of the care team and all DF / BW staff.

Participates in quality improvement projects and patient safety initiativesPractices in an efficient manner without compromising high level of patient careWorks well with and coordinates care amongst attendings, consulting teams, nurses, social worker and other healthcare professionals promoting excellence in patient careAdheres to documentation of notes based on standard practice of programParticipates in precepting of students after training completed.

May begin earlier or later based on Chief PA or supervising MD recommendation. (Inpatient Chief PAs must approve inpatient PA preceptors.

Proctoring may be recommended for PAs who are unable to participate in the PA student preceptor program.)Physician Assistant IIIn addition to the duties and responsibilities of the PA I, the PA II also : Works well and coordinates care amongst attendings, consulting teams, nurses, ESAs, business specialists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals promoting excellence in patient careResponds appropriately to difficult situations, personalities, and is able maintain composure and work with all members of healthcare teamActs as a role model to less experienced PAsDisplays flexibility and a willingness to adapt to the needs of the program as a wholePhysician Assistant IIIIn addition to the duties and responsibilities of the PA II, the PAI II also : Acts as a role model and clinical leader to less experienced PAsAssists DFCI PA leadership in achieving program management goalsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED : Expert knowledge of general medicine and preferable exposure to hematology / oncology and / or inpatient medicine.

Ability to incorporate knowledge of general internal medicine and medical complications unique to oncology patients in day to day management of patients will be required.

Must be professional, quality driven, and have the proven ability to work well within a cohesive group of peers. Exercises the highest level of professional judgment and will exercise independent originality in solving problems.

Strong communication skills and sound judgment.Possesses the maturity and confidence to work closely with clinicians, therapists, and team members across the organization.

Ability to build working relationships amongst his / her peers and other team members working with inpatient oncology patients.

Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing clinical education and training and exhibits expert knowledge of inpatient oncology and general medicine.

Able to accept instruction and guidance and assume graded responsibility in complex teamwork, while demonstrating an understanding of procedures, policies and documentation required to facilitate PA compliance with hospital standards of care.

Demonstrates ability to work collaboratively with all members of the care team and all DF / BW staff. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None PATIENT CONTACT : Provides direct care to adult patients SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS : Works in an in-patient hospital unit (BWH) and office settings with possible exposure to infectious diseases through airborne transmission or contact with blood or body fluids.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

Qualifications At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong.

As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff.

Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.EEOC Poster(