Neuro Interventional Radiology Physician Assistant

Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care.  Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing.  Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won’t find a more vibrant place to work! 

This position is seeking a very procedurally driven individual.  The role will include completing thorough H and P's, consents, care coordination and assisting with neuro interventional procedures.  This position will be 40 hours per week and will include a weekend call requirement.  

Education and Experience

• Graduation from a Master’s Degree Physician Assistant Training Program approved by the Board of Physician Quality Assurance is required. Evidence of current certification as a Physician’s Assistant by the Maryland Board of Physician Quality Assurance.
• Certification or eligibility for certification by National Commission for Certifying Physician’s Assistants is required.
• Registration by Maryland State Board for Medical Examiners as a Physician’s Assistant is required.
• Copy of a letter of agreement approved by Board of Physician Quality Assurance is required.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification is required.
• ACLS/PALS as required
• A minimum of one (1) year experience as a Nurse Practitioner required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs.
• Highly effective verbal and written skills are required to work with all levels of hospital personnel, administrators and clinical staff. Demonstrated/documented effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere and maximize efficient system operations.

Patient Safety

Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives.

• Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.
• Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.
• Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.

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