Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant

About the Team

The Section of General Surgery at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC) in Lebanon, NH, is part of Dartmouth Health, New Hampshire's only academic health system. As the state's most expansive provider of care and the largest private employer, Dartmouth Health serves a network of more than 2,300 providers across northern New England. The Trauma & Acute Care Surgery team is an established, collaborative group dedicated to managing high-volume trauma and emergency general surgery cases within a Level I Trauma Center.

About the Role

This full-time Physician Assistant position is dedicated to inpatient care on the Trauma & Acute Care Surgery service. The role is grounded in a multidisciplinary team approach, managing patients across the general medical floor, step-down units, and the Surgical Intensive Care Unit. A unique advantage of this position is the ability to follow patients through all phases of their hospitalization, from the trauma bay to discharge planning.

The Physician Assistant will work closely with nursing, consulting services, general surgery residents, rehab services, case management, and attending physicians. Daily responsibilities include evaluating acutely ill trauma and surgical patients, creating and executing care plans, and coordinating complex social situations to ensure safe, successful discharges. The role requires a strong interest in the care of injured and acutely ill general surgical patients, maintaining a patient and family-centered focus throughout the hospital course.

Learning & Development

As a Level I Trauma Center, this position offers abundant educational opportunities. The team participates in biweekly Advanced Practice Providers lecture series, monthly Emergency Medicine lecture series, weekly Morbidity & Mortality conferences, and Surgery Grand Rounds. Daily rounds provide continuous opportunities for learning and teaching alongside attending and resident physicians.

Why New Hampshire

Beyond the professional environment, the role offers the chance to live in an area known for its unmatched quality of life. New Hampshire features four distinct seasons, a vibrant outdoor lifestyle, and proximity to mountains, hiking trails, and the seacoast. The region provides easy access to major cities and airports, along with the financial benefit of no state sales or income tax.

Equal Opportunity

Dartmouth Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Cornwall Road, North Cornwall, North Cornwall Township, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, 17042, United States

North Cornwall Township, Pennsylvania

Key Responsibilities

check_circleManage complex social situations and plan for safe hospital discharges
check_circleEvaluate trauma and emergency general surgery patients in inpatient units and the trauma bay
check_circleCreate and execute daily care plans for acutely ill surgical patients
check_circleProvide patient-centered care across general medical floors, step-down units, and SICU
check_circleCoordinate care with consulting services, nursing, and interdisciplinary teams
check_circleParticipate in daily rounds, teaching, and morbidity and mortality conferences

Requirements

verifiedMaster's degree from approved PA/APRN program
verified2 years advanced practice provider experience preferred
verifiedACLS certification required
verifiedBLS certification required
verifiedCurrent or eligible PA/APRN licensure in NH
verifiedDEA registration eligibility
verifiedAPRN licensure eligibility in NH (if APRN)
verifiedRN licensure eligibility in NH (if APRN)
verifiedPALS or NRP certification as appropriate

Nice to Have

2 years of advanced practice provider experience. Experience with inpatient medicine or surgical service. EMS background. Educational exposure to critical care, trauma, or surgical specialties. Team-oriented. Self-motivated. Dedicated clinician. Passionate learner.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleGenerous retirement programs with up to 6% employer matchcheck_circlePSLF eligibility and up to $10,000 in tuition repayment programcheck_circleDedicated CME funds and time, plus separate funding for license and certification expenses

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Acls, BLS, Pals, NPR, Dea Registration, Pa, Aprn, Ems, Critical Care, Trauma.

Education: Master's degree required for PA/APRN program completion.

Frequently asked questions about Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant at Dartmouth Health

What does a Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant at Dartmouth Health do?expand_more

In this Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant at Dartmouth Health role, you will manage complex social situations and plan for safe hospital discharges; evaluate trauma and emergency general surgery patients in inpatient units and the trauma bay; create and execute daily care plans for acutely ill surgical patients; and provide patient-centered care across general medical floors, step-down units, and sicu.

What are the requirements for this Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant role?expand_more

Dartmouth Health is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Master's degree from approved PA/APRN program; 2 years advanced practice provider experience preferred; ACLS certification required; BLS certification required; Current or eligible PA/APRN licensure in NH; and DEA registration eligibility.

Where is the Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant role at Dartmouth Health located?expand_more

Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant at Dartmouth Health is based in Cornwall Road, North Cornwall, North Cornwall Township, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, 17042, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Dartmouth Health has listed this Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant role?expand_more

Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant at Dartmouth Health typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

What skills do you need for the Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant role at Dartmouth Health?expand_more

Key skills for Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant at Dartmouth Health include Acls; BLS; Pals; NPR; Dea Registration; Pa; Aprn; and Ems.

What education is required for Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant at Dartmouth Health?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Master's degree required for PA/APRN program completion.

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Trauma and Acute Care Physician Assistant at Dartmouth Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.