Clinical Assistant

4 weeks ago


Louisville KY, United States U of L Physicians Full time

Assist the surgeon during a thoracic or cardiovascular operation by performing duties such as tissue retraction, insertion of tubes and intravenous lines, or closure of surgical wounds. The Physician Assistant should demonstrate an advanced level of medical knowledge, clinical and technical competency, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and takes responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency validation .
Under physician supervision, will be expected to drape the patient within the surgeons guidelines.
Assist in maintaining hemostasis by direct pressure, use and applications of appropriate surgical instruments, placement of ties and suture ligatures, application of chemical hemostatic agents, or other measures as directed by the surgeon.
Use of electrocautery, clamps, ligation, and cutting of tissue.
Assist and/or placement of drains and drainage sutures. Procurement/harvest of saphenous vein and/or radial artery by endoscopic method as well as open method. Assist in the closure of all surgical sites and application of dressings.
Knowledge of CPR or open cardiac massage and other such procedures as requested
~ Handles various pharmaceutical agents on the field as added by physicians under the direction of the registered nurse
Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
Provide comprehensive care in a medical practice/clinical setting in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
Serve as a resource for nursing staff and other members of the health care team.
Actively participate in conferences and presentations as well as other staff education including, but not limited to, quality improvement initiatives as directed.
Participate in research activities in areas related to clinical specialty and in clinical data extraction.
Maintain currency with all required compliance training programs and a commitment to professional growth and competency as a certified PA.
Maintain currency with all hospital privileges, licensures, and certifications.
Previous professional experience in cardiothoracic surgery is preferred



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