Location: Florida Medical Center
Posted Date: 10/16/2024
Job Type: Full Time
Department: 8224.43605 PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for assisting surgeons in the management of patients and performing diagnostic, therapeutic, and intraoperative procedures under the supervision of the surgeon. To work closely with and assist the surgeon in providing quality, efficient, and cost-effective care during the patient’s hospitalization. To ensure continuity between clinical practice and standards of care as well as promote and aid in patient preparation for procedures progressing towards discharge. Knowledge of, adherence to, monitoring of, and compliance with all regulatory and licensing agencies, including but not limited to JCAHO, OSHA, ACHA, CMS, etc.
CUSTOMER SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs duties and conducts interpersonal relationships in a manner designed to project a positive image of the department and the hospital. Works with supervisor/manager and other members of the section or department to promote a harmonious work environment. Ensures that all contacts with patients, the public, physicians, and other hospital personnel are carried out in a friendly, courteous, helpful, and considerate manner. Answers telephones in a prompt and courteous manner. Displays concern and provides assistance or explains procedures as appropriate to callers or in face-to-face situations. Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Works with customers to identify problem areas and recommend solutions.
About Steward Health Care
Over a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a different kind of health care company designed to usher in a new era of wellness. One that provides our patients better, more proactive care at a sustainable cost, our providers unrivaled coordination of care, and our communities greater prosperity and stability. As the country's largest physician-led, minority-owned, integrated health care system, our doctors can be certain that we share their interests and those of their patients. Together we are on a mission to revolutionize the way health care is delivered - creating healthier lives, thriving communities, and a better world. Based in Dallas, Steward currently operates more than 30 hospitals across Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas.
For more information, visit steward.org
Steward Health Care is proud to be a minority, physician-owned organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support, and all our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (including required licenses/certifications, education and job knowledge/experience):
- Education: Completion of an approved and accredited surgical assisting training program.
- License: Certification Surgical First Assistant
- Current BLS Certification
- Experience: Minimum five (5) years’ experience as a Certified Surgical Assistant
- Excellent human relations and/or written communication skills.
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