Surgical Physician Assistant

When you come to the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake  youre coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. Youre embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means youll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade A hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, weve been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine. 

The Physician Assistant provides high quality medical care to the patients of Upper Chesapeake Medical Center for our general surgery practice.  Performs Patient History & Physical Examinations. Evaluates the medical status of general surgery patients. Writes orders under physicians supervision. Documents findings on appropriate designated forms.  Assists surgeons in the OR.

Education

• 4 year / Bachelors Degree: Physician Assistant (Required)
• Masters Degree (Preferred)

Certification / Licensure / Registration

• BLS Certification (Required)
• HCCPA Re-certification exam every six years (Required)
• Physician Assistant (Required)
• Registration from Maryland State Board of Physician Quality Assurance (Required)

Experience and Skills

• 0 - 1 year Physician Assistant (Required)
• 2 - 4 years Physician Assistant (Preferred)

Required Skills: Strong critical care patient management experience preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills as well as effective written and oral communication skills. Excellent conflict resolution and negotiation skills.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.