Physician Assistant (PA), Rotating Shifts, Surgery Department

Location:
Rockville, MD

Rockville offers an ideal blend of suburban comfort with urban accessibility, located in the heart of Montgomery County. This vibrant city provides excellent quality of life with proximity to Washington DC, outstanding schools, diverse dining options, and beautiful parks and recreational facilities.

Facility:
This well-established medical center is part of the Adventist HealthCare network with a strong reputation for high-quality, compassionate care. The facility embraces a mission-focused approach to healthcare, emphasizing physical, mental, and spiritual healing while providing comprehensive surgical services to the community.

Opportunity:
Physician Assistant - Surgery Department

Job Details:
• Perform daily rounds and post-operative visits, documenting appropriately and communicating with attending • Assist as needed in surgeries, including pre/post-operative set up and documentation • Complete admission/discharge orders and brief operative notes • Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patients' medical and physical status, including H&Ps • Help develop treatment plans for surgical patients • Coordinate with other departments and consultants for inpatient care and discharge planning • Coordinate service recovery to ensure positive patient experience and clinical excellence • Order and interpret patient testing such as lab work and imaging • Order treatments or follow-up based on results • Perform therapeutic/corrective measures and small procedures as needed (drain removal, suture placement, uterine evacuation, dressing changes, etc.) • Provide patients, families, and nursing staff with education, counseling, and discharge instructions • Full-time, rotating schedule with weekends, nights, and holidays required • OR, OB, and floor coverage required • Must possess BS in Physician Assistant studies • NCCPA certification, Maryland State PA license, CDS, DEA, BLS/ACLS required • Two years surgical experience or surgical residency preferred • Meet credentialing requirements for Medical staff, including background check

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.

Estimated Annual Salary: $0.00 - $0.00