Oncology Physician Assistant Opportunities (PA) | Boston, MA

The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

- Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the inpatient setting.
- Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
- Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
- Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
- Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
- Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, and discharge summaries.
- Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.

Education
Master's Degree Physician Assistant required.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Physician Assistant [State License] - Required.

Experience
Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.