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Nurse Practitioner/Physician Asst - Critical Care/Emergency Department
Job Description
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40- Sturdy Memorial Hospital is seeking an Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our community-based hospital in Attleboro, MA.
Education/Training:
Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant programLicenses/Certification:
- FNP or PA-C
- Massachusetts NP/PA medical license
- DEA/CSR license
ACLS/BLS
certificationJob Profile Summary :
30 or 36 hours per week positions available (includes benefits). Shift lengths vary from 8.5 hours to 12 hours. Evaluate and treat mostly ESI Level 2 and 3 patients in the Sturdy Memorial Hospital Emergency Department under the supervision of an attending emergency physician Utilize therapeutic means, laboratory data, and radiographic studies Provide direct patient care to our communities in a well-established community hospital Patient-centric mindset to provide the highest quality service and patient care Work cross-functionally with specialty consultants as neededRequired Qualifications and Skills:
PA or FNP license and at least 2 years of experience practicing as a PA or FNP in a hospital Emergency Department managing adult and pediatric patients ESI levels 2, 3, 4, and 5 adult and pediatric patients Closed reduction and splinting of fractures, repairs of simple lacerations, suture removal, nail trephination, management of bite wounds, incision and drainage of uncomplicated superficial abscesses, assessment and treatment of 1st and wound degree burns, removal of foreign bodies of nose and ear, including impacted cerumen, removal of superficial corneal and conjunctival and subcutaneous foreign bodies, nasal packing and cauterization and infiltration of local and digital anesthesia Excellent interpersonal communication skills, ability to interact effectively with adult and pediatric patients and with clinical, nursing, and physician staff, attentiveness to patient flow in the Emergency Department, ability to multi-task, handle interruptions and work effectively in a fast-paced environment Excellent command of verbal and written English Excellent operation of clinical equipment Proficiency in technology usagePreferred Qualifications and Skills:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a hospital-based emergency department Experience working with an Electronic Medical Record Experience utilizing a voice dictation systemComprehensive Benefits:
Guaranteed base salary Professional liability insurance Competitive PTO and CME policy Reimbursement stipend for CME expenses, memberships and dues, licensure and DEA fees Retirement plans including pension plan and 403B plan with employer match Pet health insurance Free parking Medical and dependent care reimbursement accounts (FSA) Long-term disability coverage Life insurance Identity theft protection Reports to:Chief, Emergency Services or Designee Manages:
N/ASalary Range:
$118,292.77- 185,597.27
- Salary Range Details The pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires.
- Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer.
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What they do
An Emergency Room Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in emergency rooms or emergency departments, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations.
$161,314 / year median in Massachusetts
+16% projected growth