Surgery - General Physician Assistant
5 days ago
MUSC Surgical Associates is looking for an APP to join our remarkable team of 4 general surgeons, 2 bariatric surgeons, and 2 APPs in our Downtown and Northeast Columbia locations. The APP should enjoy providing care to patients across the lifespan in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. The APP will treat patients in an office setting, act as first assist in the OR, round on patients, provide quality care for patients in the hospital, and assist with consults, admissions and discharges in the ED and hospital.
About MUSC Health Columbia:
MUSC Health - Columbia Medical Center - Downtown is a 332-bed hospital located in the heart of downtown Columbia, South Carolina. Founded in 1938 by the Sisters of Charity of St. Augustine, this facility has a longstanding reputation for compassionate care and outstanding clinical services, including an award-winning Heart & Vascular Center. MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina, is dedicated to the pursuit of Changing What s Possible in health care. Nationally recognized for its innovation, patient and family-centered care, and quality outcomes, this integrated health care system is accessible via its downtown Charleston campus, seven regional medical centers, more than 100 outreach locations, clinical affiliations with numerous health care partners, and a robust telehealth network.
MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Northeast is a 75-bed hospital located in the northeast Columbia area with easy access to I-77, and I-20. Our care team members are highly skilled professionals dedicated to compassionate care for the Richland County community and beyond. Northeast Columbia is a fast-growing community with award winning school districts, great shopping, fine and casual dining, and local State Parks for outdoor adventure
Columbia, SC, conveniently located between the scenic beaches of the Lowcountry, and majestic mountains of the Upstate, became South Carolina s capital city in 1786. Since that time, Columbia has grown to be the state s second-most populous city, and with its unique mix of history, innovation, and culture, it s easy to see why people flock to the place accurately dubbed The Real Southern Hot Spot. In Columbia, you ll find popular attractions like the University of South Carolina Gamecocks, South Carolina State Museum, Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, Columbia Fireflies Baseball, and beautiful Lake Murray, alongside a vibrant food and drink scene, unique markets and festivals featuring local artisans, and easy access to the natural beauty of the city s parks and outdoor spaces.
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Salaried/Exempt
Hours per week: 40
Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: Monday thru Friday 7am-5pm. These hours may vary due to the OR schedule.
One required call weekend per month from 7am Friday to 7am Monday. Occasionally, additional call coverage may be needed.
Patient Population Focus
Inpatient, Outpatient, Operating Room/First Assist, Procedural Unit, Emergency Department Management/Consultation
Patient Population Age Range
0 years-death
Required Minimum Training and Experience
Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant or completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN as noted below.
APRN License Type/Certification:
- FNP (Family NP): (birth to death) Stable chronic disease state management, primary care across the lifespan.
- APRN must have Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) Certification
Preferred Training and Experience: At least 1 year of surgical first assist APP experience
Degree of Supervision
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant will be assigned a Primary Supervising/Collaborating Physician employed by MUSC and will report directly to this physician.
Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations
- All certifications must be current and complete prior to start date:
- Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required for Adult Surgery Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required for Pediatric Surgery
- DHEC and DEA licenses
Job Duties
Provides direct care to patients through the following activities:
- Takes comprehensive history and performs physical examinations
- Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline
- Initiates referrals to other health care provides, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician
- Documents and bills for direct care provided
- Utilizes current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice
- Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research
- Participates in and supports accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of the organization
- Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education
- Potential to precept students at MUSC enrolled as an advanced practice provider student; and facilitates the learning of other new team members
- APRN or PA must maintain licenses, certifications, CNEs/CMEs, etc. as required by applicable policies and state law
- Will travel to both the Northeast and Downtown Columbia Campuses
Physical Requirements
Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift, lower, push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (+/-) unassisted, exert up to 50 lbs of force, lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.
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