Organ Transplant, Post-Transplant (Hackensack, New Jersey) New

Organ Transplantation Division 

Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Nurse

Hackensack University Medical Center

Hackensack, New Jersey

The Organ Transplantation Division at Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC) is seeking a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Nurse to provide exceptional care for post-transplant patients. The Organ Transplantation Division at HUMC is a leading transplant center in the NYC/NJ metropolitan area and among the fastest-growing in the nation. 

Opportunity Highlights & Responsibilities:

• Join a dynamic network and collaborate with experienced physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, specialists, and support staff.
• Full-Time, Day Shift: Monday - Friday (8am - 4:30pm).
• Strong and detailed orientation period spanning three - six months.
• Provide exceptional patient care for patients post-kidney or post-pancreas transplant.

• Conduct histories and physicals on transplant candidates.
• Collaborate with nephrologists in dialysis planning. 
• Orders lab work and tests in accordance with national standards.
• Provides education and support to patients and families.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an AMA accredited physician assistant (PA) program AND licensed by the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners
• Active and unrestricted Physician Assistant License in the State of New Jersey, Active CDS, DEA, ACLS, BLS
• Certification by the National Commission for Certified Physician 's Assistants (NCCPA) within one year of initial employment by the Medical Center
• Completion of Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE)
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, ethics, professionalism, adaptability, and determination
• New graduates are welcome to apply!