Emergency Medicine PA
15 days ago
Paramus
Job DescriptionPPE is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and team-oriented Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner to join our Emergency Department at Bergen New Bridge. You will be focusing on patients with acute behavioral and mental health needs. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care in collaboration with emergency physicians, psychiatrists, and other behavioral health professionals in a fast-paced setting. Job Responsibilities Perform comprehensive medical assessments for patients presenting with behavioral health crises. Initiate and manage treatment plans, including pharmacologic interventions Collaborate with emergency physicians, psychiatrists, social workers, and nursing staff to provide integrated care Order and interpret diagnostic tests as needed Participate in disposition planning, including referrals, transfers, or inpatient admissions Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care Qualifications Current and unrestricted Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner license in NJ Graduation from an accredited program Board Certified DEA licensure and prescriptive authority BLS and ACLS certification (required); PALS preferred Minimum of 1–2 years' experience in emergency medicine, or behavioral health preferred. Psych training is not required. Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and critical thinking skills Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Comfortable managing high-acuity behavioral health patients in an emergency setting Working Hours Full-time (typically 36–40 hours/week); includes evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by department coverage needs. Schedule is 7a-7p and 7p-7a. Skills Minimum of 1–2 years' experience in emergency medicine, or behavioral health with a passion for Psych We are seeking a dedicated professional who brings not only clinical expertise, but also compassion and understanding to every patient interaction, ensuring respectful and empathetic care."