Physician Assistant - ED at Berkshire Health Systems – Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Physician Assistant Per Diem, Urgent Care Opening! Pittsfield, MA. Berkshire Health Systems

Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, is seeking a motivated and skilled Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dynamic Urgent Care team. As a PA in the UC, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality healthcare services to patients in need of urgent medical attention. Under the supervision and collaborative practice of attending physicians, you will assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for patients in various emergency situations.

Responsibilities

1. Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history, physical examination, review of medications, and identification of symptoms.

2. Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as laboratory tests and imaging studies, to aid in diagnosing and treating patients.

3. Collaborate with the attending physician to formulate accurate and timely medical diagnoses.

4. Develop treatment plans, including prescription medications, therapeutic interventions, and patient education materials, according to established guidelines.

5. Provide direct patient care, including suturing, wound care, splinting, and reduction of fractures and dislocations.

6. Administer medications and perform medical procedures, including IV access, cardiac monitoring, and airway management, under the supervision of attending physicians.

7. Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members, such as nurses, technicians, and consultants, to ensure streamlined patient care delivery.

8. Document patient encounters, including medical histories, physical examinations, test results, treatments provided, and patient outcomes, in compliance with medical record documentation standards.

9. Stay updated with current research, advancements, and best practices in emergency medicine to enhance clinical knowledge and delivery of evidence-based care.

10. Act as a patient advocate, ensuring that patients receive appropriate and timely medical attention and that their concerns are addressed in a compassionate and respectful manner.

More About Us

Taking care of our BHS team members is a top priority. We offer a variety of engagement programs and benefits to help support you as you do the important job of caring for our community, including a robust employee wellness program, free in-person and online mental health counseling, generous paid time-off, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and 403(b) retirement plans.

At Berkshire Health Systems, you will not only be a vital contributor to our dynamic medical community but will also be a part of an exciting region that values natural beauty, promotes a balanced, active lifestyle, and supports world-renowned, thriving cultural institutions, such as Tanglewood, The Clark Art Institute, Mass MoCA, Williamstown Theatre Festival, Barrington Stage Company, and the Berkshire Theatre Group.

This is a great opportunity to practice in a beautiful and culturally rich area while being affiliated with a health system with award winning programs, nationally recognized physicians, and world class technology.

All Interested candidates may apply online at www.berkshirehealthsystems.org or reach out directly to Cody Emond at cemond@bhs1.org