CT Surgery PA-C: OR First-Assist, Full-Time

The University of Kansas Health System; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider PA-C in CT Surgery for the Liberty Hospital Doctors Building. The APP will manage surgical in‑patients, assist in the OR as First Assist, and develop care plans in collaboration with surgeons according to regulatory standards.

Prerequisites include a Master’s in PA Studies, a PA-C license in KS/MO, ACLS/BLS certifications, and APRN/Doctorate as applicable.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies.
• PA-C license for KS and/or MO.
• ACLS certification (AHA) for ICU work.
• BLS certification (AHA).
• APRN license as applicable.
• NCCPA certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional, clinical and technical PA-C competencies in CTS with OR First Assist capabilities.
• Evaluate medical problems and refer to consults when indicated.
• Educate patients and families on preventive care and treatments.
• Create diagnostically appropriate treatment plans and document outcomes.
• Maintain coding/billing documentation and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with physicians, peers, and quality teams per protocols.
• Refer complex cases to collaborating physicians when needed.

Skills

First Assist in OR

Education to patients

Collaborative care

Education

Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Doctorate in Advanced Practice Nursing

PA-C license (KS/MO)

ACLS certification

APRN license

BLS certification

NCCPA certification

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider PA-C in CT Surgery for the Liberty Hospital Doctors Building. The APP will manage surgical in‑patients, assist in the OR as First Assist, and develop care plans in collaboration with surgeons according to regulatory standards.

Prerequisites include a Master’s in PA Studies, a PA-C license in KS/MO, ACLS/BLS certifications, and APRN/Doctorate as applicable.