Highlights
Conducts minor procedures (under the direction and supervision of the Attending Physician), including: chest tubes, indwelling venous and arterial catheters, nasogastric tubes, bladder catheters, minor wound debridement and removal of drains, repair of lacerations and ID of abscesses. The Physician Assistant is a midlevel to senior level Practitioner who by virtue of advanced training and experience is qualified to function in a collaborative role with the attending surgeon in providing care to a diverse patient population in an inpatient surgical service.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Brockton, MA |
| Industry | Healthcare Services |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://ltcrevolution.com/ |
Description
The Physician Assistant is a midlevel to senior level Practitioner who by virtue of advanced training and experience is qualified to function in a collaborative role with the attending surgeon in providing care to a diverse patient population in an inpatient surgical service. Graduate of an approved Physician Assistant program; Bachelors Degree required, Masters Degree preferred. Must have current valid Massachusetts license and be prescriptive eligible. PRINCIPAL DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Complete individual daily rounds on all inpatients and documentation of medical plan by writing daily notes. 2. Communicates on a daily basis with attending physicians regarding all patients. 3. Provides routine medical management of inpatient care including ordering of diagnostic tests, labs, x-rays, medications (within the scope of the PA license), nutrition and follow up on test results. 4. Works collaboratively with house staff and takes direction from senior house staff or senior resident on specific patient care duties. 5. Conducts minor procedures (under the direction and supervision of the Attending Physician), including: chest tubes, indwelling venous and arterial catheters, nasogastric tubes, bladder catheters, minor wound debridement and removal of drains, repair of lacerations and ID of abscesses. 6. Initiates appropriate emergency care until the arrival of the supervising physician 7. Functions as first or second assistant in the operating room as necessary, serving as backup to interns and residents.8. Performs appropriate history and physical examinations and plan of care on Emergency Department consults and admissions to the surgical service
About Company
At Signature HealthCARE, we’re changing the world of elder care for the better. Offering the best possible care for our residents is our number one priority. We offer various care options, each designed to give our residents care and attention specifically suited to their needs. From rehabilitation services to customized home care, our care options promote a fulfilling life for everyone we help. For over a decade, my team and I have charted a course to radically change how society perceives nursing homes in this country. Coming from outside the long-term care industry, I was stunned and disappointed by how many companies were not adequately meeting the demands of the communities they serve. I knew this business would never be easy, but the social responsibility to deliver a diligent service and restore public trust made the long-term care revolution a challenging concept that was more a dream than reality. That is, until Signature HealthCARE.
E. Joseph Steier, III President and CEO Signature HealthCARE