Physician Assistant Operating Room / Surgery ( O.R. P.A. ) - Per Diem

Redeemer Health•Abington Township, PA

39d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physician Assistant (PA) functions as a physician extender and surgical assistant, primarily in the operative acute care setting, but may also provide support in the critical care unit upon request. In collaboration with the practice physician, the PA communicates, as appropriate, with the patients, physicians and other members of the health care team about changes in a patient’s clinical condition and testing results. The PA serves as a liaison, educator, and patient advocate, and functions within individual patient needs, physician orders, Redeemer Health System policy and procedures, and the Pennsylvania PA license. All individuals within the scope of their position are responsible to perform their job in light of the Mission & Values of the Health System. Regardless of the position, every job contributes to the challenge of providing healthcare. There is an ongoing responsibility for ensuring the values of Respect, Compassion, Justice, Hospitality, Holistic Approach, Stewardship, and Collaboration are present in our interactions with one another and in the service we provide.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years surgical assisting experience
Demonstrated competency in Clinical assessment
Maintains National Certification with 100 hours of CME credits every two years
Passes National Boards every six years
Obtains and maintains medical staff privileges for hospital based clinical services with delineation of privileges and prescriptive rights defined by supervising physicians.
Physician Assistant licensed in Pennsylvania
Graduate of an accredited PA Program
CPR certified

Responsibilities

Functions as a physician extender and surgical assistant, primarily in the operative acute care setting.
May provide support in the critical care unit upon request.
Collaborates with the practice physician to communicate changes in a patient’s clinical condition and testing results to patients, physicians, and other members of the health care team.
Serves as a liaison, educator, and patient advocate.
Functions within individual patient needs, physician orders, Redeemer Health System policy and procedures, and the Pennsylvania PA license.
Ensures the values of Respect, Compassion, Justice, Hospitality, Holistic Approach, Stewardship, and Collaboration are present in interactions and service provided.