Physician Assistant - Vascular Surgery

Atlanticare Regional Medical Center • Egg Harbor Township, NJ

85d

About The Position

The Physician Assistant performs diagnostic and therapeutic tasks under the supervision and responsibility of the surgeon or anesthesiologist. The Physician Assistant assists in gathering the data necessary for implementation of the surgeons or anesthesiologists therapeutic plan. This position is also responsible for acting as the patient's advocate in the medical care system, serving as advisor and liaison between patients and physicians. This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a physical science from an accredited institution.
• Completion of an accredited physician assistant/surgical assistant program.
• Certification or eligibility for certification by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants.
• Certification by the New Jersey State Board of Education and Licensure.
• Appointment as an Allied Health Practitioner with the Medical Center.
• ACLS certification required (not required in Urgent Care Settings).
• BLSHCP certification required.
• Minimum two years recent experience in cardiothoracic surgery and/or surgery.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic tasks under supervision of surgeon or anesthesiologist.
• Assist in gathering data for implementation of therapeutic plans.
• Act as the patient's advocate in the medical care system.
• Serve as advisor and liaison between patients and physicians.
• Provide quality customer service.
• Participate in performance improvement efforts.
• Demonstrate commitment to teamwork and cooperation.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees