Burn Unit PA - 20 hrs/wk, CME & Relocation

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage

CME Time and Allowance

Relocation assistance if applicable

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is looking for a skilled Burn Physician Assistant to join their nationally recognized ABA-Verified Burn Center. The candidate must hold a current license to practice in Pennsylvania and have certification through the NCCPA. Responsibilities include providing patient assessments, performing critical procedures like placing central lines, and conducting wound care. The role is part-time (20 hours/week) with benefits such as malpractice insurance and CME allowance. Join a hospital that has been ranked among the best for patient safety and care.

Qualifications

• Must have a current license to practice in Pennsylvania.
• Physician Assistants must have a current certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Current ATLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide burn admissions, consults, and unit coverage.
• Conduct procedures including placing central and arterial lines.
• Perform bedside debridement and wound care.

Skills

Critical care experience

Ability to place central and arterial lines

Wound care and dressing changes

Education

Medical Physician Assistant or Osteopathic Physician Assistant

Current NCCPA certification

Current ATLS Certification

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is looking for a skilled Burn Physician Assistant to join their nationally recognized ABA-Verified Burn Center. The candidate must hold a current license to practice in Pennsylvania and have certification through the NCCPA. Responsibilities include providing patient assessments, performing critical procedures like placing central lines, and conducting wound care. The role is part-time (20 hours/week) with benefits such as malpractice insurance and CME allowance. Join a hospital that has been ranked among the best for patient safety and care.