Surgical Physician Assistant- Cardiovascular
5 months ago
Utilizing medical assessment, knowledge and skill, the physician assistant practices medicine under the supervision of a physician. Physician assistants work in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals and may care for patients ranging in age from teenagers to elderly as noted on age-related category and area of expertise. The Physician Assistant provides highly skilled and specialized care throughout the perioperative continuum.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. Bachelor's degree in a health/science-related field.
2. National certification or eligible for certification and must become certified within one year of hire.
3. Current licensure as a physician assistant in appropriate state.
4. Current certification in CPR.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Responsible for the direct care of patients in department with physician supervision.
2. Demonstrates surgical skills proficiently as required.
3. Provides highly skilled care appropriate to the age of the patient in collaboration with the physician in the office and to those undergoing procedures to ensure high quality and complete patient care.
4. Responsible for patient and family education to support care.
5. Serves as a catalyst for improving standards of practice; assists in the development and implementation of standards, methods, and tools to improve patient care.
6. Responsible for professional development to ensure current knowledge in area of specialization.
7. Participates in education of orientees, ancillary staff and students.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment.
2. Responsible for personal conduct, which maintains adherence to the CCMC Corporate Compliance program, promotes organizational effectiveness and maintains a high-quality work environment.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Ability to be scheduled for work based on operational needs of the hospital.
2. Possesses the ability to deal tactfully and harmoniously with guests.
3. Highly developed analytical critical thinking and/or organizational skills as well as strong oral and written communication skills.
4. Proven ability to build effective working relationships and use tact, discretion and diplomacy when working with others.
5. Demonstrates ability to stay calm and focused on environment of multiple demands and uses good judgment in emergency situations.
6. Keyboard skills and basic computer skills
Additional Job Description:
The West Virginia University Health System, the state's largest health system and largest private employer, comprises 18 hospitals throughout the state and bordering states. In addition, it includes five institutes, as well as providing management services for other local hospitals through affiliate agreements.
Whether you are caring for our patients at one of the critical access hospitals, community sites, regional or academic medical centers, we are all one WVU Health System.
Work Here. Thrive Here.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Shift:
Exempt/Non-Exempt:
United States of America (Exempt)
Company:
THOM Thomas Hospitals
Cost Center:
72 THOM Nursing Operating Room
Address:
4605 Maccorkle Ave SW
South Charleston
West Virginia
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