Job Information
Johns Hopkins University Physician Assistant in Baltimore, Maryland
Under the direction of a physician and within the scope of practice, we are seeking a Physician Assistant who will plan, assess, implement and evaluate total clinical care as it relates to the exstrophy-epispadias complex.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive, age-appropriate episodic care to patients.
Take medical histories, perform physical exams, order and interpret laboratory tests/x-rays, make preliminary diagnoses, and order treatment.
Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections, phlebotomy, suturing, and wound care.
May assist with surgical procedures.
After demonstration of proper technique and safety, perform basic procedures including cystoscopy and cystogram.
Prescribe medication, provide patient care, and make patient referrals to appropriate licensed physician.
Instruct and counsel patients on diagnosis, complaints, therapeutic regimens, home care and health maintenance.
Coordinate research initiatives in collaboration with PI and research team OR clinical initiatives in collaboration with medical team.
Identify patients eligible for IRB approved clinical research studies.
May contribute to the design of clinical and/or research protocols and procedures.
Participate in daily operations of clinical and/or research protocols in collaboration with other staff.
In addition to delivering patient care and procedural duties as delineated above, a major component of this position includes the routine maintenance of the exstrophy-epispadias population.
This may include but is not limited to ensuring yearly renal-bladder sonograms are obtained and communicated to the Johns Hopkins Exstrophy Team; assisting patients as a point-of-contact for coordination of complex care including multidisciplinary clinics, surgeries and necessary requirements have been met for surgery; patient-centered education for pre-surgical consultation prior to major genitourinary reconstruction.
Physical Requirements
- Baseline dexterity required to suture proficiently, administer injections if needed, and catheterize patients as required.
Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Demeanor and ability to communicate effectively with young patients and their families are requisite for this position.
A strong ability to communicate and collaborate with various members of the multidisciplinary team including Orthopedics, Urology, Plastic Surgery, General Pediatric Surgery, Voiding Improvement Program, Wound Care, Nursing Staff and Ancillary services such as catheter supply companies.
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 State of Maryland or other state where practicing.
Experience may be considered in lieu of bachelor's Degree, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Pediatric Urology with a focus on Bladder Exstrophy experience.
Classified Title: Physician Assistant
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Physician Assistant
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MG
Starting Salary Range: $100,000 - $151,400 ($118,950 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 A.M - 5:00 P.M
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Uro Pediatric Urology
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.