Critical Care/Trauma Physician Assistant

About this job

• Start Date: ASAP through October 2026.
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM 7:00 AM).
• Shift Details: Coverage includes trauma alerts, inpatient care, OR, and rounding.
• Call: No formal call required; however, shifts may include weekends and nights as scheduled.
• Supervision: 24/7 in-house supervising physician; provider will not work autonomously.
• EMR: Cerner.
• Credentialing: Average 30-day timeframe (Temporary privileges available).

• Respond to ED for Trauma Alerts and surgical consultations.
• Perform inpatient rounding and facilitate ER admissions/discharges.
• Provide OR support for Trauma and Acute Care Surgery.
• Respond to house codes and rapid response team calls.

• Ventilation Management: Invasive and non-invasive (BiPAP/CPAP).
• Line Placement: Central Line, Arterial Line, and PICC Line insertion.
• Procedures: Chest tube insertion and minor laceration suturing.

• Credentials: PA-C or NP with RNFA certification (Required).
• Licensure: Active New Jersey State License in hand at the time of submission (Required).
• Certifications: Active BLS, ACLS, and ATLS or ATCN (Required).
• Experience: Proven experience in Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, specifically with Trauma Alerts and OR support.
• Documentation: Self-Query NPDB (pulled within the last 30 days) required at time of presentation.

• Locals Preferred: The facility is specifically seeking local providers.
• Reimbursement: Mileage only (IRS Standard Rate).
• Note: No airfare or lodging is provided for this assignment.