Physician Assistant – Critical Care MICU

The Physician Assistant (PA) in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Unity and UMMC provides expert clinical care for critically ill patients. The PA will work in collaboration with ICU physicians, Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), nursing staff, and other multidisciplinary team members to deliver comprehensive care. This role focuses on patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and implementation of interventions, along with continuous monitoring of patient progress in a high-acuity environment.

Status: Full Time

Location: Unity; UMMC

Department: ICU

Schedule: Evenings/Nights; 5:30pm-8:00am

Responsibilities:

• Patient Care:

  • Perform comprehensive assessments of critically ill patients.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with the ICU team.
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests and lab results to formulate and adjust treatment plans.
  • Initiate and manage mechanical ventilation, vasoactive medications, and other ICU therapies.
  • Perform invasive procedures as credentialed (e.g., central line placement, arterial lines, thoracentesis).
  • Monitor and respond to changes in patient condition, adjusting interventions as needed.
  • Coordinate care transitions and discharge planning.

• Collaboration & Communication:

  • Work in tandem with ICU attending physicians and multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.
  • Provide updates and education to patients’ families regarding treatment plans and progress.
  • Participate in daily rounds, contributing to treatment discussions and care plans.

• Leadership & Education:

  • Mentor and educate ICU nursing staff, APPs, residents, and medical students.
  • Stay current on evidence-based practices and advances in critical care medicine.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research projects within the ICU.

• Documentation & Compliance:

  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
  • Ensure adherence to hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and clinical guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Licensure/Certification:
  • Active Physician Assistant license in the state.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Experience:
  • Minimum at least 3 years of ICU experience as a PA preferred. Hospital Medicine experience will be considered.
  • Strong critical thinking, procedural skills, and clinical judgment.
• Skills:
  • Proficiency in invasive procedures commonly performed in the ICU including Central Venous Catheter and Arterial Catheter placement, Hemodialysis Catheter Placement, Ventilator Management, Thoracentesis, Paracentesis, Lumbar Puncture, Chest Tube placement, and Endotracheal Intubation is a plus.
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively.

Work Schedule:

• Evening/Night shift from 5:30pm to 8:00 am, 2-3 days per week
• Rotating weekend and holiday coverage as needed