We are seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant (PA) to join talented Vascular team near Boston, MA.

• Outpatient evaluation of new patients with various vascular problems.
• Facilitating work up and therapeutic procedures for aortic disease, cerebrovascular disease, peripheral arterial disease, hemodialysis access and venous disorders. 
• Outpatient follow up for patients treated for these disorders.
• Evaluation of un-scheduled “drop-in” patients, who require urgent or focused evaluation.
• Occasional inpatient responsibilities for vascular surgery patients at medical center.
• Assists in outpatient procedures such as: temporal artery biopsies, vein ablations, and phlebectomy and sclerotherapy procedures.
• Assumes major responsibility for the direct care of patients in the inpatient/outpatient setting as outlined in the job description above and follow up of testing orders. This job will be performed with close collaboration with the attending vascular surgeons, residents and vascular surgery teams at medical center. 
• Provides timely initial assessment, diagnostic evaluation, management, and follow-up of vascular patients as appropriate to the specific job task. 
• Participates in the interdisciplinary evaluation, management, and follow-up of patients using appropriate clinical practice guidelines. 
• Works to ensure coordination and continuity of care for vascular patients across settings and over time. 
• Participates in conferences and educational opportunities within medical center
• Provides patient and/or family centered care by including patient and/or family in health care decision making; providing health education, counseling and referrals to other health professionals and resources. 
• Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team through the development of collaborative and innovative practices and evaluation of patient care outcomes.
• Evaluates quality outcomes for the vascular team through participation in the development of quality indicators used by the division of vascular surgery. 
• Provides other duties as requested which are consistent with the advanced practice role. 

• Current and unencumbered Massachusetts State Physician Assistant License with prescriptive authority. 
• Applicable degree from PA program. 
• Certification by a national board certifying organization. 
• Proven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and clinical expertise in patient care. 
• Training and/or experience in the provision of outpatient care including: initial and ongoing assessment, diagnostic evaluation, and management of patients with significant vascular disease. 

• Comprehensive Benefits: Starting on Day 1 of employment.
• CME Support: $2,000 annually for continuing medical education.
• Generous Time Off: Competitive earned time package.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a supportive, talented team.