Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery Physician Assistant

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System • Sarasota, FL

20h

About The Position

Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is seeking to employ a Certified Physician Assistant in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery to join their employed physician group on the West Coast of Florida. The Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery practice includes a plastic surgeon with advanced fellowship training in craniofacial and microvascular reconstructive surgery and a team of clinical and administrative support staff. It is an established practice in high demand and is growing to meet the needs of the community. Clinical responsibilities will include patient management in the clinic, rounding/consults at the hospital and first assist in the operating room. Opportunity Highlights: 40 hours a week; Flexible scheduling required. Limb Salvage and Reconstruction of Extremities after Trauma or Cancer Breast Reconstruction after Mastectomy and Lumpectomy Advanced Breast Reconstruction techniques including microsurgical DIEP flap Vascularized bone grafts Complex microsurgical reconstruction in patients of all ages, head-to-toe Assists in the preoperative assessment and preparation of the necessary paperwork and orders for scheduled cases. Performs wound checks, suture removal, drain removal and tissue expansions Performs minor surgical procedures without in-room supervision including wound debridement, wound repair, injectable therapy, chemical peels, dermabrasion. Performs first assist duties Follows patients and writes progress notes independently of the attending surgeon Writes orders to guide the management of patients in the Recovery Room, ICU and wards to include dictation of discharge summaries The Physician Assistant (PA) reflects the mission, vision, and values of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and other regulatory and accreditation standards. The PA III typically works in a multidisciplinary setting including first assist, procedures (chest tube, line placement, etc), multiple inpatient units managing patient care which includes critical care, trauma, and surgery. A PA is a graduate with a master’s degree or certificate from an accredited physician assistant program at an accredited school or college. The PA functions as part of the multidisciplinary health team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to provide high-quality, cost-effective advanced care to patients. The PA is licensed by the Florida Board of Medicine and the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to perform medical services delegated by the supervising physician(s).

Requirements

• Must have FL License and NCCPA Board-Certification
• Must be current in BLS and ACLS
• Have experience in OR with strong desire for growth and skill development
• Desire to assist in OR and follow patients on their reconstructive journey
• Require current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Require bachelor degree from accredited physician assistant training program.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Prefer demonstrated written & verbal communication & strong analytical skills.
• Prefer ability to work independently and effectively with physicians and other allied health personnel in the hospital and/or office setting.
• Prefer demonstrated clinical competency skills.
• Prefer demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology as it relates to health care practice and current prescription writing skills/DEA licensing.
• Prefer demonstrated skills in documentation in medical records to substantiate accurate billing.
• Prefer effective interaction skills to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.
• Prefer effective leadership and strong interpersonal skills.
• Prefer knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations.
• Prefer knowledge of state, federal and local health care agencies and programs.

Responsibilities

• Limb Salvage and Reconstruction of Extremities after Trauma or Cancer
• Breast Reconstruction after Mastectomy and Lumpectomy
• Advanced Breast Reconstruction techniques including microsurgical DIEP flap
• Vascularized bone grafts
• Complex microsurgical reconstruction in patients of all ages, head-to-toe
• Assists in the preoperative assessment and preparation of the necessary paperwork and orders for scheduled cases.
• Performs wound checks, suture removal, drain removal and tissue expansions
• Performs minor surgical procedures without in-room supervision including wound debridement, wound repair, injectable therapy, chemical peels, dermabrasion.
• Performs first assist duties
• Follows patients and writes progress notes independently of the attending surgeon
• Writes orders to guide the management of patients in the Recovery Room, ICU and wards to include dictation of discharge summaries

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• No contract or non-compete clause, candidates sign offer letters only.
• Full array of benefits offered including health, dental, vision, long term disability, PTO, 403B Retirement Plan, and much more.
• As an employee of a public, State of Florida organization, PA-Cs are entitled to sovereign immunity and can participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program if employed by FPG.
• Florida does not have a state income tax.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level