Trauma and General Surgery Physician Assistant
About The Position
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Specialty: PA: Trauma Surgery Our clinicians have a depth and breadth of surgical knowledge that are unmatched in the area, with expertise in less invasive techniques and innovative practices. At the Institute for Surgical Excellence you’ll be a part of a team that is setting the bar for surgical excellence. New Grads welcome! In a Trauma Physician Assistant career with LVHN, you’ll experience: Expert clinicians who collaborate seamlessly with each other and with other highly trained professionals, each possessing unique areas of expertise team of six physician assistants and four physicians Our adaptable environment that stays current with the latest advancements in medical technology
Requirements
- Current PA state Medical License or ability to obtain a PA state Medical License
Responsibilities
- Inpatient care for trauma and acute care surgery patients
- First assistant in operating room approximately once a week
- Intensive Care management of critically ill patients
- Formal evaluation of the acute trauma patient
- Outpatient clinic with General Surgery
- Rotating schedule, 10-hour shift days and 15-hour shift nights (6 nights a month)
- Call 1:5
Benefits
- Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
- CME Time and Allowance
- Abridge, a free and powerful AI scribe solution
- Relocation (if applicable)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
