Full-Time Thoracic Surgery PA/NP: Clinician & OR Lead

South Shore Health; United States; On-site; USD 133,000 - 254,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health is seeking a Physician Assistant for Thoracic Surgery to evaluate, treat, and manage patients with surgical and thoracic conditions under the medical direction of the MD Chair and APC leadership. The role emphasizes collaboration with Attending Thoracic Surgeons across the continuum of care in a surgical hospital setting.

The PA will participate in comprehensive patient care as a physician extender, including clinic, floor, and operating room duties, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Prefer two or more years of practice.
• PA license required. Licenses, certifications, and classes will be monitored by the Medical Staff Services Department.

Responsibilities

• Obtain comprehensive histories and present all new patients to the appropriate attending physician.
• Oversee and participate in preparing patients scheduled for surgery, including preoperative evaluation and orders.
• Take clinic calls and document communications in the medical record.
• Perform physical examinations, prescribe medications, and perform procedures.
• Assist in the operating room as first or second assistant.
• Discharge planning, dictate discharge summaries, and write orders.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Preoperative evaluation

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program

Job description

South Shore Health is seeking a Physician Assistant for Thoracic Surgery to evaluate, treat, and manage patients with surgical and thoracic conditions under the medical direction of the MD Chair and APC leadership. The role emphasizes collaboration with Attending Thoracic Surgeons across the continuum of care in a surgical hospital setting.

The PA will participate in comprehensive patient care as a physician extender, including clinic, floor, and operating room duties, with a focus on