First Assist Advanced Practice Provider (APP)

OhioHealth; Williamstown (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (PA/APRN) to support a cardiothoracic surgeon as a surgical first assistant in the operating room. This role requires collaboration, independent clinical decision-making, and adherence to supervision agreements.

You will perform invasive procedures, participate in patient care quality initiatives, and comply with state laws and delineation of privileges. A Master’s degree and certification are required, with strong teamwork and safety focus

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required, BLS certification, NCCPA certification (PA) or national certification for APRN.
• Supervision agreement or standard care arrangement with a physician.
• Active licensure and ability to practice under state laws and delineation of privileges.

Responsibilities

• Assist cardiothoracic surgeon as surgical first assistant in the OR.
• Promote quality outcomes and participate in safety initiatives.
• Work under guidance with supervising/collaborating physician and adhere to SA/SCA.

Skills

Collaboration with physicians

Independent clinical decision-making

Surgical first assist

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary:

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP), Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) including Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) or Nurse Practitioner (NP), work in collaboration with the cardiothoracic surgeon in the hospital-based operating room, serving as a surgical first assist. Performs invasive procedures and requires a high level of independent clinical decision-making.

Responsibilities And Duties:

Works under direction and in consultation/collaboration with physician and may perform services authorized by the supervising/collaborating physician that are part of the physician’s normal course of practice and expertise. Promotes quality outcomes and initiatives. Must have a Supervision Agreement (SA) or Standard Care Arrangement (SCA) with a physician in like practice. Practices within applicable state laws, appropriate boards, and in accordance with his/her/their SA/SCA and delineation of privileges.

As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.

The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s Degree (Required)BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, NCCPA - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants - American Association of Physician Assistants

Work Shift:

Variable

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Department

CTS Grant

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment