Advanced Practice Provider (APRN-Acute/PA-C), BHMG-Ortho Coral Gables, FT, 8:00am-4:30pm

Baptist Health South Florida • Coral Gables, FL

85d • $129,932 - $168,912

About The Position

The Surgical Physician Assistant /Nurse Practitioner (PA) provides patient care in collaboration with surgeons/physicians. Conducts surgical history/physical exams, orders and interprets diagnostic/lab tests and develops plan of care. Writes prescriptions, controlled substances per Delineation of Privileges. First assists in surgery. Performs surgical procedures in the operating room under the direct supervision of the surgeon. Performs procedures in the clinic under direct or indirect supervision. The PA/NP has synergistic relationship with the surgeon and highly technical skills increases patient safety and positive surgical outcomes. Enables the continuity of care by managing patients in the pre, intra and post operative settings. Performs inpatient rounding, consultations, wound care and bedside procedures. In the outpatient setting, manages clinics, clinic procedures, facilitates family and patient education, and participates in grand rounds. Works directly with staff, administration, patients and families to ensure quality care across the continuum as an expert in surgical practice areas. Performs on-call coverage requiring high-level decision making on weekdays, weeknights, and weekends inclusive of surgery. Estimated salary range for this position is $129932.84 - $168912.69 / year depending on experience.

Requirements

• Masters degree.
• Physician Assistant license.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• NCCPA Certified Physician Assistant.
• Drug Enforcement Administration license.
• 5 years of Physician Assistant experience required.
• Compliant with state of Florida requirements for CMEs and licensure.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required as per specialty/function.
• DEA License required as per specialty/function.
• Obtain medical staff credentialing and privileges as needed for practice location.
• Newly hired Level II employees must complete APP Annual Professional Portfolio by BHSF APP Council within one year.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care in collaboration with surgeons/physicians.
• Conducts surgical history/physical exams.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic/lab tests.
• Develops plan of care.
• Writes prescriptions, controlled substances per Delineation of Privileges.
• First assists in surgery.
• Performs surgical procedures in the operating room under the direct supervision of the surgeon.
• Performs procedures in the clinic under direct or indirect supervision.
• Manages patients in the pre, intra and post operative settings.
• Performs inpatient rounding, consultations, wound care and bedside procedures.
• Manages clinics and clinic procedures in the outpatient setting.
• Facilitates family and patient education.
• Participates in grand rounds.
• Works directly with staff, administration, patients and families to ensure quality care.
• Performs on-call coverage requiring high-level decision making.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees