Physician Assistant (Critical Care) - ICU

Washington University in St. Louis

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About The Position

This Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider (PA) position is eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus and $5,000 relocation reimbursement, which will be discussed with interviewed candidates. In addition, hires are eligible for additional compensation bonuses tied to productivity and retention. These positions offer billable hours, shift and holiday differential, and monthly bonuses. Position Details: · Full-time (average 40 hours per week). · Schedule consists of an average of (3) 12-13 hour shifts per week to include up to 50% nights, weekends, holidays, and paid call. · Flexible scheduling options may be available, including weekend and/or night shift-only options with additional incentives. · Eligibility for a recurring retention bonus given after 12 months of employment and every 2 years thereafter. · Monthly bonus (including productivity and shift differential). · Annual bonus. · Referral bonus. The advanced practice provider (PA) will be employed by the Department of Anesthesiology within WashU Medicine, a top ranked medical school in the country. The PA work at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, a nationally recognized Magnet center and ranked among the nation’s best hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, and/or affiliated BJC community hospitals, and telemedicine. Opportunities include cardiothoracic ICU, surgical/burn/trauma ICU, combined medical/surgical ICUs, and telemedicine. ICU work locations will be determined based on the applicant's experience and professional interests. Will practice as an independent provider in collaboration with a fellowship trained intensivist within diverse, skilled, inter-professional critical care teams. The environment is challenging and rewarding and allows the PA the opportunity to practice to the fullest extent of their scope of practice.

Requirements

• M.S. - Master Of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
• Physician Assistant - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
• Physician Assistant - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• Z - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association
• Current certification as a PA OR recent completion/anticipated completion of an accredited PA program.
• Current MO PA licensure or ability to obtain within three months of date of hire.
• Current ACLS status or ability to obtain upon employment.

Nice To Haves

• Critical care experience.
• Experience with devices commonly utilized in cardiothoracic surgery patient population (for CTICU positions).
• Relevant Experience (1 Year)
• Acute Care
• Chronic Disease Management
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Diagnostic Testing
• Effective Written Communication
• Epic EHR
• Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Organizing
• Patient Care Plans
• Patient Management
• Patient Medications
• Patient Referrals

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include obtaining medical histories
• performing physical examinations
• participating in inter-professional rounds
• ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests
• designing and implementing plans of care
• performing invasive procedures
• Typical provider:patient ratio 1:6.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees