General Surgery Physician Assistant Or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Job Description
UMMC is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to support the growing surgical service at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus. This role will enhance the care provided to patients undergoing surgery, from the preoperative readiness to managing the postoperative course and assuring safe discharge. The successful candidate will possess strong clinical acumen as well as superior communication and interpersonal relationship skills. Duties will include evaluation and management of surgical consults, developing and executing treatments and plans of case, prompt and effective communication between the surgeons, hospitalists, consultants and medical team members, and timely documentation. Hours will be 7am-7pm and the coverage will be shared with another PA to assure coverage 7 days per week.