United States · On-site
$125k–$156k/yr
Job Profile Summary A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementa…
Skills: Patient assessment, Diagnostic testing, Treatment planning, Nephrology, Clinical procedures
United States · On-site
$287k–$334k/yr
Tufts Medicine, a leading integrated academic health system in Massachusetts, and Acadia Healthcare, the nation’s largest standalone behavioral health provider, have partnered to establish the Tufts Medicine Behavioral H…
Skills: Psychiatry, Inpatient care, Clinical evaluation, Patient treatment, Adult psychiatry
Chelmsford, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$120k–$156k/yr
Tufts Medicine - Lowell General Hospital is currently seeking an outpatient Cardiology Nurse Practitioner to join our Cardiology team in Chelmsford, MA. This position will provide clinical care to patients with a broad r…
Skills: Cardiology, Patient assessment, Clinical care, Chronic disease management, Treatment planning
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Job Profile Summary This role focuses on activities related to the support services functions, such as dietary and food services, environmental services, general facilities, repair and maintenance, parking, sterilizatio…
Skills: Housekeeping, Sanitation, Waste management, Infection control, Floor maintenance
Berlin, Germany · On-site
$18/hr–$23/hr
Schedule This is a per diem position that would involve picking up shifts. After initial training, ideal candidate would be able to pick up at least 2 x 12 hour shifts per month, mostly day shifts but occassional nights.…
Skills: Medical Terminology, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook
Berlin, Germany · On-site
$24/hr–$30/hr
Job Profile Summary This role focuses on providing administrative and business support to the organization in order to achieve operational goals. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Clinical Admin…
Skills: Administrative support, Budget compliance, Payroll, Staffing, Scheduling
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$42/hr–$47/hr
Inpatient Physical Therapist II - Per Diem (Weekends/Weekdays) Job Description Join our team of specially trained inpatient physical therapists who work with patients to facilitate safe discharge and to provide ongoing t…
Skills: Physical therapy, Patient assessment, Treatment planning, Clinical reasoning, Rehabilitation
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$60/hr–$75/hr
The Intensive Care Unit at the Lowell General Hospital Main Campus is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team caring for patients of all ages in Lowell, MA. Why join our team: A …
Skills: Critical care, Patient care, Clinical assessment, Collaboration, Cardiac care
Berlin, Germany · On-site
$23/hr–$28/hr
Job Profile Summary This role focuses on performing activities associated with evaluating, developing, recommending, implementing, and carrying out the policies and procedures related to the delivery of high-quality pat…
Skills: Medical interpretation, Cantonese, Medical terminology, Bilingual communication, Cultural brokering
Berlin, Germany · On-site
$20/hr–$25/hr
Schedule This is a 36 hrs/week position, with a rotating schedule of day, night, and weekends shifts. Job Profile Summary This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordan…
Skills: Patient care, Basic life support, Clinical data collection, Specimen collection, EKG performance
United States · On-site
$24/hr–$30/hr
Job Profile Summary This role focuses on providing administrative and business support to the organization in order to achieve operational goals. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Clinical Admin…
Skills: Administrative support, Budget compliance, Payroll management, Staff scheduling, Revenue capture
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$20/hr
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. C…
Skills: Housekeeping, Sanitation, Waste management, Floor maintenance, Disinfection
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$84k–$107k/yr
Job Profile Summary This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Home Care Nurse du…
Skills: Physical Assessment, Care Planning, Medication Reconciliation, IV Therapy, Complex Wound Care
United States · On-site
$77k–$99k/yr
Job Profile Summary This role focuses on safeguarding and promoting the welfare of patients and can provide services if necessary. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Social Work duties: Provides …
Skills: Clinical social work, Psychosocial assessment, Crisis intervention, Case management, Treatment planning
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$20/hr
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. C…
Skills: Housekeeping, Sanitation, Disinfection, Waste management, Floor maintenance
Berlin, Germany · On-site
$44k–$53k/yr
Job Profile Summary This role focuses on performing work related to research and development of new products, innovation, and improvement of products and processes. In addition, this role focuses on performing the follo…
Skills: Data collection, Data analysis, Literature review, Manuscript preparation, Clinical research
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$37/hr–$47/hr
Tufts Medicine- Lowell General Hospital is seeking New Grad & Experienced per diem Physical Therapists to join our inpatient team! Apply today to learn more about this fantastic opportunity to work in the local community…
Skills: Physical therapy, Patient evaluation, Treatment planning, Therapeutic exercises, Documentation
Malden, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$48k–$60k/yr
Hours: 40 hours weekly, Monday-Friday 830am-5pm Location: 178 Savin Street Suite 100 & 200A, Malden MA 02148 Job Profile Summary This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in a…
Skills: Clinical Administration, Staff Supervision, Patient Scheduling, Customer Service, Quality Improvement
Berlin, Germany · On-site
$40/hr–$51/hr
Offering a $15,000 sign on bonus for new external hires Schedule: 4x10-hour shifts with rotating day off, Monday -Friday. Hours: 6:00AM - 4:30PM Why you'll love working at Tufts Medical Center: • Garage parking — options…
Skills: Cardiac ultrasound, Echocardiography, Doppler techniques, M-mode imaging, 2-D real time imaging
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$37/hr–$56/hr
At Tufts Medicine, we’re saving lives, building careers, and reimagining healthcare. Ready to grow with us? Our Progressive Care Unit provides the training and experience to put you on a successful path in critical care …
Skills: Critical care nursing, Telemetry, Cardiac monitoring, Hemodialysis, Peritoneal dialysis
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The Physician Assistant will perform comprehensive patient assessments, order diagnostic tests, and develop treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians. They are responsible for managing acute and chronic conditions, educating patients, and maintaining accurate medical records within the Nephrology department.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and have successfully completed an accredited Physician Assistant program. Licensure, Physician Assistant certification, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification are required for this role.
A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. A senior level role that requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Typically responsible for: managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals, resolving difficult and sometimes complex problems. These roles focus on providing high-quality patient care and promoting wellness. APCs work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat a variety of acute and chronic conditions. In addition, this role focuses on care under the supervision of licensed physicians including conducting comprehensive patient assessments, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions, injuries, and illnesses, developing and implementing treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians, prescribing medications and performing procedures, educating patients and families on treatment options, health maintenance, and preventive care and adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
This Physician Assistant – Nephrology position is responsible, within the legal limitations, for assisting the physician staff of the Department in the provision of medical services to patients. The position performs complete, detailed and accurate initial evaluations including medical histories, reviews patient records to develop comprehensive medical status reports, and order laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies appropriate for complaint, age, race, gender, and physical condition of the patient. Assumes responsibility to coordinate treatment plans, monitors progress, refers patient as necessary to appropriate sources for care under the direction of the supervising physician. The position understands the philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures of Nursing Service and provides for their implementation. Works cooperatively within department and other services to create a system of quality health care.
1. Bachelor’s degree.
2. Successful completion of a Physician’s Assistant program.
3. Physician’s Assistance Licensure within the first three months following the receipt of a complete application for medical staff membership and privilege.
4. Physician’s Assistant Certification.
5. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
1. State and federal controlled substances registration.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Manages a broad spectrum of patients and performs a wide range of clinical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
2. In collaboration with the healthcare team, assesses the health status of patients by obtaining complete and thorough medical histories and performing physical examinations, laboratory and diagnostic studies. Diagnose health and developmental problems and care for patients suffering from acute and chronic diseases.
3. Assesses patient/family psychosocial needs, educational needs, learning readiness, and barriers to learning during admission process.
4. Examines patients, records, and discriminates between normal and abnormal findings to recognize early stages of a serious physical or emotional problem. Consult with physician concerning patient evaluation and condition.
5. Develops an effective, comprehensive plan of care individualized to the age and needs of each patient using established standards of care, knowledge of disease entities, and human growth and development and emotional, social and spiritual needs and following hospital standards.
6. Communicates professionally with patient/family, other practitioners, physicians, and co-workers.
7. Sets priorities and modifies patient care in response to changing situations. Demonstrates judgment in consulting MD regarding all patient encounters. May triage and refer to appropriate source when primary care patients present with new symptoms.
8. Orders appropriate labs and radiological testing based on assessment of needs.
9. Maintains required records, reports and statistics. Maintains accurate patient records, charts and documentation for administrative purposes.
10. Demonstrates appropriateness of prescribing habits (i.e. agents, volume, and refill).
11. Encourages preventative medicine through patient education and counseling. Recognizes that patient and family teaching are an integral part of the role and follows through on teaching that has been initiated with appropriate documentation.
12. Interpret patient needs to other clinical personnel participating in the care through direct communication and input into care plans.
13. Works collaboratively with physician to manage care of patients in a cost-effective manner. Utilize appropriate resources across the system including nursing interventions. Utilize organizational skills to complete assigned work effectively and on time.
14. May orient and train new Physician Assistants, coordinate staff schedules, assist with performance evaluations, and provide guidance on effective team building.
15. May participate in rounds with residents, completes daily patient management assignments and assists with patient care and disposition. Handles medical emergencies during regular working hours on the inpatient service.
1. Lifting and turning patients of 30-35 lbs.
2. Prolonged standing and walking.
3. Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
4. Exposure to infectious disease and possible carcinogenic chemicals and blood-borne pathogens.
5. Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulations for performing procedures and computer keyboard.
6. Requires ability to see computer screen, reports, and perform assistance in procedures with accuracy. 7. Requires ability to hear instructions from physician.
1. Ability to assess the needs of patients of all different age groups and to provide care appropriately.
2. Effective Interpersonal skills needed for interacting with physicians, staff, patients and their families, and so forth.
3. Excellent analytical skills needed for evaluating patients and coordinating treatment plans.
4. Possess the maturity, self-confidence, and ability to follow complex patient management plans as directed by the attending physician.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Tufts Medical Center is an academic teaching hospital in Boston.
Tufts Medical Center, a world-renowned academic medical center, has provided exceptional care across New England for over two centuries. From our primary care to our level one trauma center to our leading heart transplant program and over 100 specialties and services, our clinicians deliver innovative, patient-centered care every day. Tufts Medical Center is the principal teaching hospital for Tufts University School of Medicine and a leading research institution, conducting game-changing medical and health policy research.
Offices: 800 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111, US · 800 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111, US
Tufts Medical Center is an academic teaching hospital in Boston.
Tufts Medical Center, a world-renowned academic medical center, has provided exceptional care across New England for over two centuries. From our primary care to our level one trauma center to our leading heart transplant program and over 100 specialties and services, our clinicians deliver innovative, patient-centered care every day. Tufts Medical Center is the principal teaching hospital for Tufts University School of Medicine and a leading research institution, conducting game-changing medical and health policy research.
Offices: 800 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111, US · 800 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111, US
