Physician Assistant, Plastic and Oral Surgery/Sedation (40 hours)

Job Description

Job DescriptionPosition: Physician Assistant - Plastic and Oral Surgery/Sedation

We are seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join our team in supporting our Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. This role involves managing outpatient consultations, administering IV conscious sedation, and assisting in surgical procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer IV conscious sedation, including the placement of IVs and conducting thorough assessments and monitoring of patients before, during, and after procedures in an office environment.
• Deliver comprehensive healthcare services to patients across all age groups and medical conditions.
• Gather patient histories, conduct physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and provide education and counseling regarding diagnoses.
• Oversee all aspects of pre-operative and post-operative care, and assist as either the first or second assistant during surgical procedures.
• Ensure appropriate patient referrals in alignment with the supervising physician’s expertise and responsibilities.
• Commit to a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, working four 10-hour days from Monday to Friday, primarily in Boston and Waltham, with potential travel to additional satellite locations as required.

Minimum Qualifications: Education:

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies.

Experience:

• Prior experience as an EMT or Physician Assistant in emergency departments or intensive care units is preferred.
• Understanding of the theories, principles, and concepts typically gained through an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Strong analytical skills to tackle complex problems using clinical, scientific, or technical principles, along with extensive cross-functional knowledge.
• Excellent communication abilities to navigate conflicting viewpoints and achieve fair resolutions, complemented by strong writing skills.
• A keen interest in and familiarity with the fields of Plastic and Oral Surgery is highly desirable.

Licensure/Certifications:

• A valid Physician Assistant license from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Current certifications in ACLS, PALS, and BLS (training will be provided if not already certified).

The salary range posted reflects our organization's reasonable and good-faith expectations at the time of this announcement.

Base pay offers will be determined based on skills, experience, education, certifications, and various other job-related factors. This base salary is part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible work schedules, affordable health, vision, and dental insurance, childcare and student loan assistance, generous paid time off, a 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, pension options, tuition reimbursement, and discounts for employees and commuting at select locations. Join us to experience the rewards of passion and teamwork.