Contingent Cardiothoracic Surgery PA First Assist

Ohio Health • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Physician Assistant works in collaboration with the physician in the hospital-based inpatient setting working with critically ill and injured patients serving as a Surgery First Assist in cardiovascular/cardiothoracic surgery. Performs very invasive procedures and requires high level of independent clinical decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (Required)
• Must have a Physician Assistant Certificate to Practice in Ohio and maintain this Certification from the State Medical Board of Ohio.
• Must have and maintain a current Certification from a national certifying body (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) and maintain this Certification.
• Must have graduated from an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program.
• Must have CPR Certification endorsed by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Works under direction and in consultation/collaboration with physician.
• Assesses and evaluates patients, H&Ps, orders and interprets diagnostic tests, etc.
• Assists in diagnostic and invasive procedures.
• Pre-operative and post-operative care, writes orders, discharges, etc.
• Promotes quality outcomes and initiatives.
• Practices within applicable state laws, appropriate boards, and in accordance with his/her supervisory agreement and delineation of privileges.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees