Physician Assistant - Emergency & Trauma jobs in Alexandria, VA

Physician Assistant - Emergency & Trauma assesses, plans, and provides patient care to patients in an emergency and trauma unit under the supervision of a physician. Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examinations, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Being a Physician Assistant - Emergency & Trauma orders and interprets appropriate laboratory and radiographic tests. Participates in daily patient rounds, writes progress notes, conducts patient education, writes prescriptions, and prepares discharge summaries. Additionally, Physician Assistant - Emergency & Trauma requires a master's degree in Health Sciences for Physician Assistants or related. Requires completion of the PANCE exam administered by National Commission of the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Requires Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C). Requires State license to practice. Typically reports to a physician. Physician Assistant - Emergency & Trauma's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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ACS/Trauma Physician Assistant
  • UMMS Providers/Physicians
  • Largo, MD FULL_TIME
  • Job Description

    University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a physician-led, internationally recognized healthcare system offering uniquely rewarding careers in major Maryland marketplaces. Create your future in a healthcare setting that is right for you and your practice. Become part of something greater by applying your experience, input, and leadership—as a clinician and healthcare expert.



    UM Capital Region, a member of the University of Maryland Medical System is looking for an Advanced Practice Practitioner, Acute Care Surgery/Trauma to meet increasing clinical demand at UM Capital Region Medical located in its new state-of-the-art facility in Largo, MD.

    Under the direction of a supervising physician, the APP provides diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services to patients, obtains medical histories, examines patients, orders and interprets tests, makes initial diagnoses, and orders treatments, administers therapeutic procedures such as suturing, chest tube placement, central/peripheral line placement, and wound care, instructs and counsels patients, and assists with surgical procedures.



    The acute care surgery/trauma APP is responsible for the comprehensive, critical care, and medical management of the patient from admission, transfer, and discharge. They participate in the full scope of the perioperative spectrum as well, including critical care, med/surg care, perioperative care, consults, surgical first assisting, history and physicals, clinic, and any other duties in support of the trauma and acute care surgery practice.



    This position is responsible for on-call, 24 hr. coverage. Typically, trauma APPs complete three 24-hour call shifts every two weeks.



    Job specifics:



    Performs routine and expanded job descriptions as listed in the provider’s delegation agreement on file with the Maryland Board of Physicians.Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status, interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and provides the care needed as described in the department policies and procedures.

    Performs according to Maryland BOP standards and expanded job description procedural protocols.

    Demonstrates competence and skill while performing in the operating room/emergency room.

    Demonstrates knowledge of and competency in the management of basic medical and post-op surgical problems, i.e., SOB, fever.

    Maintains a list of in-house patients and makes rounds daily. Writes progress notes with appropriate updates regarding results of studies, notations regarding procedures and/or surgery, and outline of therapeutic plan.

    Facilitates excellence in quality assurance and the delivery of patient care.Maintains a procedure complication rate less than the national average.

    Ability to utilize Information Systems to gather patient data. Ensures that procedures are captured in the IS and recorded in the chart.

    Knowledge of SIMS criteria evident in charting and histories.

    Provides optimal quality of patient care throughout the hospital and demonstrates customer service standards with families, physicians and staff.Insures and respects the patient’s right to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality. Utilizes discretion when discussing patient issues or information.

    Assists patients, physicians, staff, visitors, and colleagues in a courteous, friendly, and professional man

  • 9 Days Ago

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Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Trauma
  • West Virginia University Medical Corporation dba University Health Associates
  • Martinsburg, WV FULL_TIME
  • Welcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. B...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Emergency Medicine Physician - DC Metro Area
  • Maryland Emergency Medicine Network
  • Largo, MD OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Maryland Emergency Medicine Network Physicians - Largo, MD Education Level: MD Salary Range: Undisclosed Job Shift: Rotating Schedule Job Category: Physician - Emergency Medi...
  • 22 Days Ago

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ACS/Trauma Physician Assistant Part-Time
  • UMMS Providers/Physicians
  • Largo, MD PART_TIME
  • Company Description University of Maryland Capital Region Health is a not-for-profit healthcare system serving the citizens of Prince George's County and the surrounding area. Our mission is to provid...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Emergency Medicine, Physician Assistant
  • Chesapeake Oncology Hematology Associates
  • Aquasco, MD FULL_TIME
  • Location: Annapolis, MDExperience: Mid LevelEducation Requirements: Bachelor's Degree Duties will include: • Working with physician and nurse team to administer quality patient care • Ordering, interp...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Emergency Veterinary Assistant - Falls Church, VA
  • Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)
  • Falls, VA FULL_TIME
  • WHO WE ARE Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is a rapidly growing emergency company with hospital locations across the United States. Our mission is helping people and their pets when they need it most...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Physician Assistant
  • Vighter Medical Group
  • Washington, DC
  • Physician Assistant Job Details Job Location Washington, DC - Washington, DC Position Type Temporary Education Level Phy...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant
  • ExpressCare Guam
  • Washington, DC
  • Job Description Job Description Practice in Paradise... on a tropical island that is still part of the USA! A once-in-a-...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant
  • Fairfax Colon and Recta
  • Alexandria, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery (FCRS) is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant
  • Fairfax Colon and Recta
  • Fairfax, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery (FCRS) is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant
  • Fairfax Colon and Recta
  • Fairfax, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery (FCRS) is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant
  • Fairfax Colon and Recta
  • Gainesville, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery (FCRS) is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant
  • Fairfax Colon and Recta
  • Leesburg, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery (FCRS) is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant (PA)
  • ENT & Sleep Specialists
  • Washington, DC
  • Job Description Job Description ******This job will be located in Greenbelt, MD****** Busy 3 physician ENT (Otolaryngolo...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Alexandria is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 139,966, and in 2016, the population was estimated to be 155,810. Located along the western bank of the Potomac River, Alexandria is approximately 7 miles (11 km) south of downtown Washington, D.C. Like the rest of Northern Virginia, as well as Central Maryland, modern Alexandria has been influenced by its proximity to the U.S. capital. It is largely populated by professionals working in the federal civil service, in the U.S. military, or for one of the many private...
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Income Estimation for Physician Assistant - Emergency & Trauma jobs
$147,997 to $182,242
Alexandria, Virginia area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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The Staff APP has responsibility, authority and accountability for the provision of care through supervision by and collaboration with a physician.
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