Surgical First Assist APP (Per Diem)

Health First Careers • Cape Canaveral, FL

31d • Onsite

About The Position

Health First is seeking a skilled and motivated Physician Assistant (PA) with a passion for Surgery to assist current and new surgeons in the Operating Room. This is a float opportunity to work with a mix of different surgeons and supporting cases across the organization and playing an integral role in the OR. The role involves assisting in a wide range of surgical procedures, managing a range of elective and emergent cases, and serving as a surgical resource across the 4 Hospitals. This position offers surgical volume for hands-on experience and skill development, the opportunity to work directly alongside nationally recognized surgeons, and exposure across a broad spectrum of surgical procedures and specialties. It is a collaborative, team-first environment that values contribution and growth.

Requirements

• Physician Assistant with surgical experience required
• Ability to thrive in both surgical settings
• Team-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program; Masters of Science preferred
• Current PA license
• Certification by the NCCPA
• Extensive knowledge of physical assessment, differential diagnosis, pathophysiology
• Must be able to pass colorblind testing to perform POC test requiring color change
• Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider completion card prior to start date and maintain
• Must be able to speak and understand the English language
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision in various outpatient settings; is motivated, self- directed and demonstrates initiative
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
• Maintains membership in an applicable national professional organization
• Participates and promotes public relations events
• Visual acuity and hand/eye coordination to perform clinical tasks
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
• Ability to work in stressful, public contact environment with patients and families of various ages, cultures and socio-economic statuses
• Must be extremely flexible and able to work at variable hours and locations
• Must be able to recognize own limits and consult a physician regarding patient care issues
• Oversees clinical involvement of support associates and volunteers during daily clinic operations
• Participates in clinical experience of students
• Must be courteous and helpful, treating all people with dignity and respect
• Must be able to concentrate on multiple priority activities
• Must be able to respond efficiently to emergency situations

Nice To Haves

• One year of related clinical experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in a wide range of surgical procedures
• Managing a range of elective and emergent cases
• Serve as a surgical resource across the 4 Hospitals
• Provides care to patients in a safe environment
• Manages patient care and health maintenance needs of a dedicated patient population to include: Health assessment, including basic physical and school health examinations
• Appropriate use and interpretation of diagnostic testing
• Interpretation of physical assessment findings and diagnostic results in determination of accurate differential diagnosis
• Development of a plan of care consistent with established clinical protocols
• Establishment of appropriate follow-up plan as necessary
• Demonstrates competent skills in therapeutic cost-effective pharmacologic administration and management
• Collaborates with medical director(s) in development of clinical protocols/procedures for delivery of outpatient care
• Participates in departmental CQI efforts and provides support for improvement of identified issues
• Develops and implements formal and informal teaching plans for patients, families, staff and community
• Promotes patient/family-informed decision making in treatment plans and options
• Facilitates development, implementation and review of standards or practice, policies and procedures, quality outcome indicators, and other designated work projects to enhance patient care
• Completes charting and billable assignments in a timely manner

Benefits

• Diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level