JOB SUMMARY
The PA - First Assist in Cardiology/Vascular Surgery is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who actively renders direct patient care and possesses delegated prescriptive authority. The Advanced Practice Provider provides medical care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician. Surgical providers care for both adult and pediatric patients and specialize in various surgical specialties.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
- Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
- Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
- Prescribes, recommends, and/or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures in accordance with approved policies.
- Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments and evidence-based medicine.
- Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of health conditions, medication, nutrition, and health promotion.
- Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes.
- Provides consultation-level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty.
- Manages patients in various healthcare settings (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, surgical, procedural, etc.).
- Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice as delegated by supervising Physician.
- Participates in all phases of perioperative patient management including outpatient, inpatient, and operating room settings.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
- Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills.
- Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.
- Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA).
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program.
- EXPERIENCE - More than 1 Year of Experience and vein harvesting experience.
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Physician Assistants (PA) and Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.
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