Lead Physician Assistant (FT) Days – ICU Physician – Newark, NJ

Req #: 47350

Category: Physician Assistant

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Department: ICU Physician – NBI

Location:

Observation Associates, 201 Lyons Ave, Newark, NJ 07112

Job Summary:

As a pivotal leader within our clinical operations, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Site Director will serve as a cornerstone in enhancing the quality of care, operational efficiency, and professional development at the designated site. This role demands exceptional clinical leadership and mentorship, collaborating closely with APPs and the Medical Director to refine and elevate departmental functions. The APP Site Director will be instrumental in bridging communication between APPs, the physician team, and the corporate office, ensuring that patient satisfaction and productivity metrics are consistently achieved.

Essential Functions of the Job:

Tasks:

• Monthly EHM Leadership Meeting
• Individual Site Department Meetings
• Monthly communication with APP Regional Director
• Responsible APP performance evaluations in conjunction with site director
• Staffing, scheduling, and payroll

Administration

• Administrative Oversight: Provide robust administrative support, including oversight of scheduling, payroll approvals, and PTO requests. Ensure seamless coordination for Leaves of Absence, Status Changes, and Resignations with Human Resources.
• Operational Excellence: Partner with the ICU Director on annual APP evaluations and performance-related matters. Be a part of hospital committees and grow the department within the hospital.
• Talent Management: Play a crucial role in hiring, interviewing and ensure timely and effective communication with the recruiting team.
• Professional Development: Facilitate ongoing professional development for APPs through mentoring, observation, procedural training, and development and oversight of site-specific onboarding. Educate APPs on appropriate patient documentation.
• Medical Education: Support medical education efforts for students and post-graduate fellows, where applicable.

Clinical

• Clinical Excellence: Deliver high-quality primary health care, managing critically ill patients, and be proficient in procedures.
• Guidance and Support: Provide expert guidance on clinical issues, ensuring the highest standard of care and support for Associate Practitioners.

Knowledge and Skills

• Exceptional Communication: Demonstrate superior communication and interpersonal skills, essential for effective leadership and collaboration.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to support various administrative and reporting functions.
• Responsiveness: Exhibit outstanding responsiveness and availability to address any emergent needs or concerns.

Education and Work Experience

• Advanced Clinical Acumen: Possess extensive clinical and procedural experience and expertise.
• Board Certification: Maintain appropriate board certification to ensure compliance with professional standards.

Physical Requirements

• Travel: Willingness to travel to RWJBH offices and sites as required.

Additional Information:

RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, with a service area covering five million people. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, Community Medical Center in Toms River, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, RWJUH- New Brunswick, RWJUH- Somerset in Somerville, RWJUH- Hamilton, RWJUH- Rahway and Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston; three acute care children s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children s Specialized Hospital), a freestanding 100-bed behavioral health center, trauma centers, a satellite emergency department, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, the state s largest behavioral health network, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, a medical group, multi-site imaging centers and an accountable care organization.

We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision plans
• 401 (k)
• PTO
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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