Surgical Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

3 weeks ago


Downey, California, United States PIH Health Full time

We are seeking a skilled Surgical Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant to join our team at PIH Health.

Position Summary

The Surgical NP/PA will work closely with the supervising physician to coordinate patient care, perform histories, physical exams, order and collect lab and diagnostic studies, and interpret data to formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan.

The Surgical NP/PA will also perform procedures such as first assist in surgery for various surgical procedures, including Orthopedics, OB/GYN, and General Surgery.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Pre and postoperative care
  2. Patient and family education regarding medication, treatments, and surgical experience
  3. Discharge and follow-up care
  4. Communicate effectively with the surgical team

This position requires a 4-day, 10-hour shift and includes some weekends, but may have the potential for a 3-day, 12-hour shift in the future.

Requirements
  1. Current California Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license
  2. Current Basic Life Support Certification
  3. Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant School
  4. Three to Five (3-5) years of surgical experience as an operating room circulating nurse in Orthopedics, OB/GYN, and General Surgery
  5. Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant
  6. Evidence of continuing education and self-development to support license requirements

Board certified by the National Certification Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants/Nurse Practitioners.

Familiarity with CMS' documentation requirements to demonstrate medical necessity, DRG reimbursement, and MCC and CC capture.

Familiarity with inpatient only and outpatient only surgery lists.

Knowledge of insurance and Medicare and Medi-Cal documentation and coding requirements.

Why PIH Health?

We're a nonprofit, regional healthcare network with three hospitals, 93 outpatient medical offices, six Urgent Care Centers, with over 400 employed physician and mid-level providers in our medical foundation and more than 7,500 compassionate & valued employees.

Ranked one of America's 100 Best Hospitals.

Our leadership is dedicated to putting patients first - a cornerstone of our mission, vision, and values.



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