Critical Care Advanced Practice PA — ICU Clinician

CommonSpirit Health; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 148,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Dignity Health Medical Group Nevada, part of CommonSpirit Health, seeks a Critical Care Physician Assistant in Henderson, NV. The PA will provide comprehensive care for critically ill adults under an attending physician, leveraging strong clinical and critical-thinking skills in a fast-paced ICU.

Responsibilities include exams, diagnostics, treatment planning, procedures (intubation, lines), and collaboration with the ICU team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current and unrestricted license to practice as a PA in Nevada.
• Certification by the appropriate national certifying body (e.g., ANCC, NCCPA).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in critical care setting preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of critical care medicine, including hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical ventilation, and shock management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Certifications in BLS and ACLS

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to critically ill adult patients under the supervision of an attending physician.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including history taking, physical examinations, and review of diagnostic studies.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory studies, imaging, and electrocardiograms.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and established protocols.
• Administer medications, including intravenous and other specialized therapies.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and make necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in daily rounds and multidisciplinary care conferences.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families.
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research activities.
• Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures, including infection control protocols.
• Specific procedures or skills required: proficiency in intubation, central line placement, arterial line management and thoracentesis.

Skills

Critical care experience

Nevada PA licensure

NCCPA/ANCC certification

EHR proficiency

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Ventilation/critical care procedures

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Nevada PA license

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

Dignity Health Medical Group Nevada, part of CommonSpirit Health, seeks a Critical Care Physician Assistant in Henderson, NV. The PA will provide comprehensive care for critically ill adults under an attending physician, leveraging strong clinical and critical-thinking skills in a fast-paced ICU.

Responsibilities include exams, diagnostics, treatment planning, procedures (intubation, lines), and collaboration with the ICU team.