Physician Assistant PA - Pediatric Emergency Department - Ascension
Baltimore, MD 21229-5201
About the Job
- Specialty: Pediatric Emergency Medicine
- Schedule: Full time, 10-12 hour shifts
- EMR System: Meditech
- Facility: Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital
- Location: Baltimore, MD
Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland is looking to add a Pediatric Physician Assistant (PA) to our wonderful group in the Pediatric Emergency Department.
Our group has had minimal turnover in 7+ years and we are looking for the right person to care for children that present to our separate dedicated 12 bed Peds Emergency Department. We have a dedicated inpatient pediatric unit, NICU, and postpartum unit here at Saint Agnes. Teaching students will be a fun part of the job. Shifts are typically 10-12 hours. Orientation will be included. Our pediatric group prides itself on equity, fairness, professionalism, compassion, and friendship. We offer a very competitive salary and benefits package. Saint Agnes is a not-for-profit organization and qualifies for public loan forgiveness.
Please email Dr. Eric Balighian at Eric.Balighian@ascension.org for more information!
Responsibilities:
Provide direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services under the supervision
of a pediatric ED physician.
- Obtain patient history and perform assessment.
- Order, perform and interpret diagnostic procedures.
- Provide and document direct treatment and management of health conditions.
- Provide counseling and education of patient and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
About Ascension Saint Agnes
- For over 150 years, Saint Agnes, built on a strong foundation of excellent medical care and compassion, consists of care teams who are committed to providing the best care for our patients.
- Saint Agnes is a part of Ascension, one of the leading non-profit and Catholic health systems in the country.
- 251-bed full-service teaching hospital with residency programs in a number of medical and surgical specialties
- Ascension Saint Agnes offers emergency as well as a variety of inpatient and outpatient services.
- In addition to our Six Institutes that focus in the areas of Cancer, Orthopedics and Spine, Cardiovascular, Women and Children, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Bariatric Surgery.
About Baltimore
- Baltimoreans have a lot to love about Baltimore with its famous crab cakes, major sports teams -the Orioles (baseball) and the Ravens (football), its beautiful historic harbor, diverse historical sites with three centuries of history, and its proximity to other major cities
- NYC, Washington DC, and Philadelphia.
- Although it’s a large city, and it is the fourth largest school district in Maryland, it has received an award for Urban School Board Excellence from the Council of Urban Boards of Education.
- Besides its great education, there are home buying incentives for its residents. There are many incentive programs for homebuyers, homeowners, and renters that are managed by different city departments or nonprofits making relocation options easy.
- With more than 130 attractions, museums, historic sites and performing arts groups, Baltimore promises something for everyone.
About Ascension Medical Group
Ascension Medical Group is a clinician-led provider organization focused on delivering high-quality health outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. With 2,000 sites of care and 7,600 providers, physicians and advanced practice providers have the opportunity to collaborate with clinicians across one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the U.S. When you join our team, you'll benefit from competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, innovative technology and countless opportunities for growth.
What You Will Need:Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Required Credential(s):
- BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local Credentialing Office
- Physician Assistant credentialed from the Maryland Board of Physicians obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local Credentialing Office
Preferred Credential(s):
- Advanced Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA).Verified by local Credentialing Office
Education:
- Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Master's degree preferred.
Work Experience:
- 1 year of experience preferred.
Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish)poster.
As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.
Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
Why Join Our Team?:Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore, Maryland operates a full-service, 254-bed teaching hospital, the Ascension Saint Agnes Medical Group, Ascension Saint Agnes Imaging Center and Ascension Saint Agnes Foundation. As an associate, you will be a part of a team that is committed to providing a place of respect and inclusion for all associates, as well as a rich learning environment with countless opportunities for career growth and professional development.
Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.
Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.
Benefits:Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.
