Physician Assistant PA - Breast Surgery
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Specialty: PA Breast Surgery Subspecialty Interest: Breast Care Services Schedule: Day time hours Call Schedule: None Practice Detail: Ambulatory outpatient role EMR System: Athena Facility: Breast Care Services Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. How you’ll make an impact in this role Ascension St. Vincent is looking for a Physician Assistant for our Breast Surgery department. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension St. Vincent to provide medical services to patients. Position Highlights: Schedule: Monday - Tuesday 8:30a - 5p, Wednesday- Off, Thursday Operating Room or Clinic 8:30a - 5P, Friday Operating Room (Rotating Schedule) or Clinic 8a - 4:30p. No call schedule for APP's Ambulatory Outpatient role About Ascension St. Vincent Hospital Indianapolis As a member of the largest non-profit health system in the U.S. and the world’s largest Catholic health system, Ascension St. Vincent Hospital Indianapolis serves the greater Indianapolis metropolitan area with hospital care, a 24/7 ER, Level I Adult Trauma and Pediatric Trauma Center and Transplant. Ascension St. Vincent Hospital Indianapolis is an 825-bed hospital and has consistently been ranked nationally by HealthGrades, the nation’s leading provider of independent hospital ratings, in many of our specialty areas including: Heart Care, Critical care, Gastrointestinal care, Orthopedic services, Pulmonary services, and Stroke care. Serving Indiana for 136 years, Ascension St. Vincent Hospital Indianapolis is a faith-based healthcare organization committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable. About Indianapolis Indianapolis is the 15th largest city in the nation and is the center of America's heartland. - Indianapolis supports more than 200 arts organizations, including a world-class symphony, theater, opera, ballet, museums, art galleries and professional sports. - Home to the nationally best rated Indianapolis International Airport, the world's largest children's museum as well as one of the nation's largest privately funded zoos. Indiana's cost of living and unemployment rates remain below the national average. Physicians in Indiana enjoy low malpractice rates, making Indiana one of the top physician friendly states in which to practice medicine. About Ascension Medical Group Ascension Medical Group is a clinician-led provider organization focused on delivering high-quality health outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. With 2,000 sites of care and 7,600 providers, physicians and advanced practice providers have the opportunity to collaborate with clinicians across one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the U.S. When you join our team, you'll benefit from competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, innovative technology and countless opportunities for growth.
Requirements
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Verified by local credentialing office.
- Physician Assistant credentialed from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local credentialing office.
- Physician Assistant credentialed from the Indiana Physician Assistant Committee obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local credentialing office.
- Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Master's degree preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Verified by local credentialing office.
- 1 year of experience preferred.
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Responsibilities
- Provide direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services under the supervision of a physician.
- Obtain patient history and performs assessment. Order, perform and interpret diagnostic procedures.
- Provide and document direct treatment and management of health conditions.
- Provide counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
- Perform preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations and care.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
