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Physician Assistant Primary Care BPP
 Brigham and Women's Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
| 1153 Centre Street (Show on map) | |
 Apr 30, 2026 | |
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The Brigham and Women's Primary Care Physician Assistant I is a member of the Primary care team that cares for patients in adult primary care. The physician assistant (PA) is a licensed provider who has acquired a broad range of knowledge and skills through the successful completion of a physician assistant program. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. The physician assistant works under the supervision of an attending physician and reports directly to the department administrator or physician assistant manager administratively. The PA will perform in accordance with all state and federal regulations and institutional policies including but not limited to the BWH PA Scope of Practice, Prescriptive Guidelines, approved clinical privileges, and BWH PA policy. The Brigham and Women's Primary Care Physician Assistant is a member of the Primary care team. While the PA can expect a relatively predictable work schedule planned in advance whenever possible, scheduling variations may occur in order to cover clinical needs as they become apparent to the department/division/clinic. The PA may occasionally be asked to work clinically during administrative time and/or provide coverage of team members and colleagues. The PA is responsible for being accessible after hours during the week for urgent results of tests they have ordered. The PA is responsible for checking their Epic inbasket regularly & responding to time sensitive info as needed, even when not in the office or on site.
Education Degree Field of Study Required/Preferred And/Or Master's Degree PA required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Certifications Licenses/Certifications - MA PA required Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings 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. The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |