Summary

The CCI physician assistant serves as integral members of a multidisciplinary team to provide routine and specialized research procedures and services to Harvard-affiliated research investigators. This position is responsible, within the legal limitations, for assisting the physician staff of the Center in the provision of research services in a variety of treatment areas including the main ED, hospital clinics, inpatient units, and discrete inpatient and outpatient research centers. The PA must work collaboratively with CCI coworkers and study team members by utilizing advanced practice skills and knowledge to effectively enhance the clinical, consultation, education, and research services provided by the Center. The PA will provide care for a broad range of patients with various diagnoses. The PA will administer various study treatments including study drugs, immunotherapy, and CAR-T.

Job description

Job Summary

The CCI physician assistant serves as integral members of a multidisciplinary team to provide routine and specialized research procedures and services to Harvard-affiliated research investigators. This position is responsible, within the legal limitations, for assisting the physician staff of the Center in the provision of research services in a variety of treatment areas including the main ED, hospital clinics, inpatient units, and discrete inpatient and outpatient research centers. The PA must work collaboratively with CCI coworkers and study team members by utilizing advanced practice skills and knowledge to effectively enhance the clinical, consultation, education, and research services provided by the Center. The PA will provide care for a broad range of patients with various diagnoses. The PA will administer various study treatments including study drugs, immunotherapy, and CAR-T.

Work areas will include the Center for Clinical Investigation discrete inpatient and outpatient units, hospital clinics, and various inpatient units, including but not limited to the Neuro ICU, Surgical ICU, and the Cancer Center.

Job responsibilities will require significant amounts of standing, moving between rooms and floors, and communicating verbally and in writing with colleagues, patients, and family members. Patient care responsibilities will require standard precautions, and in some cases additional precautions as necessary.

Qualifications

Education: Master's Degree Physician Assistant required.

Licenses and Credentials: Physician Assistant MA PA required.

Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred. Clinical research experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
Hands on clinical skills including IV placement/phlebotomy experience preferred.
Ability to maintain quality control standards.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

Requirements

Master's Degree Physician Assistant required
Physician Assistant MA PA license required
Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred
Clinical research experience preferred
Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings
Hands on clinical skills including IV placement/phlebotomy experience preferred
Ability to maintain quality control standards
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures
Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits
Career advancement opportunities
Recognition programs
Differentials, premiums and bonuses

Company overview

Mass General Brigham is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, formed through the merger of Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, this academic medical center system operates multiple hospitals, specialty facilities, and community health centers throughout New England. The organization is renowned for its world-class patient care, cutting-edge medical research, and comprehensive medical education programs. As a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School, Mass General Brigham trains the next generation of healthcare professionals while advancing medical science through groundbreaking research initiatives. The system provides a full continuum of healthcare services, from primary care and preventive medicine to complex specialty treatments and emergency services. With a focus on innovation and patient-centered care, Mass General Brigham consistently ranks among the top hospital systems in the nation for clinical excellence and research output.