The Johns Hopkins University department of Otolaryngology is seeking to hire a Clinical Physician Assistant who will work under the direction, supervision and responsibility of a physician. They will practice in accordance with established policies and guidelines evaluating patient’s health status through diagnostic procedures and tests. Provide therapeutic patient care under direction of a physician and in accordance with established protocols. The Physician Assistant will work in an outpatient clinic setting both independently (after a period of supervised training and skills acquisition) and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary health team focused on providing comprehensive care. This individual will be responsible for making independent decisions regarding patient care and must exercise professional judgment and decision-making.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Refinement of protocols and monitoring of quality and clinical outcomes towards service improvement.

• Completion of perioperative, order sets, and discharge instructions.

• Participates in the development of procedures for the department.

• Makes decisions regarding work processes based on established guidelines.

• Prioritizes and organizes work to meet changing conditions.

• Clinic-based evaluation and management of patients with symptoms of nasal and sinus conditions.

• Advanced interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively and efficiently with patients, patient family members, and all interdisciplinary healthcare team members.

• Function effectively in a fluid, dynamic, and rapidly changing environment.

• Will be self-directed and possess mature judgment and motivation.

• Able to communicate clearly in verbally and in written form.

• After the training period will efficiently use the Epic electronic medical record system.

• Sonogram will also be a routine part of daily practice.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• A comprehensive understanding of clinical and/or surgical procedures, patient care procedures, medical protocols, and testing procedures.

• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, chemistry, psychology, pharmacology, clinical medicine, radiology, microbiology and pathology.

• The analytical ability necessary to evaluate and determine the health status of patients and implement proper care plans.

• Interpersonal skills necessary to interview, teach, and counsel patients and work in teams with physicians attending, residents, and nursing; instruct health care personnel on procedures and treatment.

• Ability to analyze and evaluate patient history, physical examination findings, and laboratory values, and make preliminary diagnoses of patients for review by physician.

• Will complete all required HIPAA and other specified online training courses.

• Works in patient care areas at Johns Hopkins Hospital and Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center.

• Exposure to hazards due to infectious specimens and contagious diseases, but the potential for harm or personal injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions are followed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree; certification by the NCCPA or similar national certifying body.

• Completion of a CAAHEP-certified Physician Assistant program.

• Must be licensed as PA in the State of Maryland or other states where practicing.

• Current CPR certification with the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association is required.

• Must maintain current licensure and certification during the duration of employment.

• Completion of the JHH credentialing process is required prior to the start date.

• Experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some related experience in a procedure-oriented surgical field.

Classified Title: Physician Assistant

Job Posting Title (Working Title): CO Physician Assistant

Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MG

Starting Salary Range: $87,400.00 - $152,900.00 Annually ($150,000.00 Targeted; Commensurate with experience)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Mon-Fri, shift TBD

Exempt Status: Exempt

Location: Johns Hopkins Bayview

Department name: SOM Otolaryngology at Bayview

Personnel area: School of Medicine

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The university promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.