Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA:Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Day
Hours: M-F approximately 7:00-5pm
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is hiring an Advanced Practice Provider to support the shoulder and upper extremity surgery team. Prior experience as a PA or NP is desired, but willing to train motivated new grad. Must have a solid fundamental knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy. The position will focus mostly on outpatient services, pre and postop care, as well as the diagnosis and treatment plans for upper extremity orthopaedic problems. The APP will assist the surgeon in the OR one day per week. The APP will work in collaboration with a physician, as well as their own scheduled clinics. The patient population will be focused primarily on adult care. Office-based care will include evaluation and management of patients as well as office-procedures such as injections, wound care, suture removal, cast and dressing changes. On the job orientation and training will be provided in building these skills. Expected duties include (but are not limited to):
- Conduct initial interview with patients and elicit a detailed and accurate history.
- Perform physical examinations, record findings in the patient’s medical record, and present results to physician.
- Instruct, counsel, and educate patients.
- Assist with or perform independently minor procedures and perform other procedures as care dictates.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
- Collaborating with other surgical specialties, as well as other departments for continuation of care.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the State of Pennsylvania required.
- National Certification in Pennsylvania or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in Pennsylvania required.
- BLS certification required.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?
Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Union: Non Bargained
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