General Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) | Department of General Surgery | Columbia, SC

MUSC Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Health is seeking a General Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join a dynamic surgical team in Columbia, SC. The role involves delivering high-quality care across inpatient and outpatient settings, including assisting in surgeries and managing consultations. Candidate must be licensed and ideally have experience in surgical assistance. Join a health system recognized for its commitment to patient-centered care and innovation.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

Supportive Team Environment

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner required.
• Minimum 1 year of surgical first assist experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and surgical assistance.
• Perform consultations, admissions, and discharges in the hospital.
• Conduct comprehensive history and physical exams.

Skills

Patient Care

Surgical Assistance

Consultation Management

Physical Examination

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Education

Completion of Physician Assistant Program

Completion of Nurse Practitioner Program

Job description

General Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) | Department of General Surgery | Columbia, SC

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Job Description Summary

MUSC Surgical Associates is looking for an APP to join our remarkable team of 4 general surgeons, 2 bariatric surgeons, and 2 APPs in our Downtown and Northeast Columbia locations. The APP should enjoy providing care to patients across the lifespan in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. The APP will treat patients in an office setting, act as first assist in the OR, round on patients, provide quality care for patients in the hospital, and assist with consultations, admissions, and discharges in the ED and hospital.

Job Description Summary

MUSC Surgical Associates is looking for an APP to join our remarkable team of 4 general surgeons, 2 bariatric surgeons, and 2 APPs in our Downtown and Northeast Columbia locations. The APP should enjoy providing care to patients across the lifespan in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. The APP will treat patients in an office setting, act as first assist in the OR, round on patients, provide quality care for patients in the hospital, and assist with consultations, admissions, and discharges in the ED and hospital.

Entity

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC001882 MCP - Columbia Surgical Assc Gatewy

Pay Rate Type

Hourly, Salary

Pay Grade

Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

MUSC Surgical Associates is looking for an Advanced Practice Provider to join our remarkable team of 4 general surgeons, 2 bariatric surgeons, and 2 APPs in our Downtown and Northeast Columbia locations. The APP should enjoy providing care to patients across the lifespan in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. The APP will treat patients in an office setting, act as first assist in the OR, round on patients, provide quality care for patients in the hospital, and assist with consultations, admissions, and discharges in the ED and hospital.

About MUSC Health Columbia

MUSC Health - Columbia Medical Center - Downtown is a 332-bed hospital located in the heart of downtown Columbia, South Carolina. Founded in 1938 by the Sisters of Charity of St. Augustine, this facility has a longstanding reputation for compassionate care and outstanding clinical services, including an award-winning Heart & Vascular Center. MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina, is dedicated to the pursuit of “Changing What’s Possible” in health care. Nationally recognized for its innovation, patient and family-centered care, and quality outcomes, this integrated health care system is accessible via its downtown Charleston campus, seven regional medical centers, more than 100 outreach locations, clinical affiliations with numerous health care partners, and a robust telehealth network.

MUSC Health – Columbia Medical Center Northeast is a 75-bed hospital located in the northeast Columbia area with easy access to I-77, and I-20. Our care team members are highly skilled professionals dedicated to providing compassionate care for the Richland County community and beyond. Northeast Columbia is a fast-growing community with award winning school districts, great shopping, fine and casual dining, and local State Parks for outdoor adventure!

Columbia, SC, conveniently located between the scenic beaches of the Lowcountry, and majestic mountains of the Upstate, became South Carolina’s capital city in 1786. Since that time, Columbia has grown to be the state’s second-most populous city, and with its unique mix of history, innovation, and culture, it’s easy to see why people flock to the place accurately dubbed “The Real Southern Hot Spot.” In Columbia, you’ll find popular attractions like the University of South Carolina Gamecocks, South Carolina State Museum, Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, Columbia Fireflies Baseball, and beautiful Lake Murray, alongside a vibrant food and drink scene, unique markets and festivals featuring local artisans, and easy access to the natural beauty of the city’s parks and outdoor spaces.

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Salaried/Exempt

Hours per week: 40

Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: Monday thru Friday 7am-5pm.

• These hours may vary due to the OR schedule.
• One required call weekend per month from 7am Friday to 7am Monday. Occasionally, additional call coverage may be needed.
  
  

Patient Population Focus: Inpatient, Outpatient, Operating Room/First Assist, Procedural Unit, Emergency Department Management/Consultation

Patient Population Age Range: 0 years-death

Required Minimum Training And Experience

Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant or completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN as noted below.

APRN License Type/Certification

• FNP (Family NP): (birth to death) Stable chronic disease state management, primary care across the lifespan.
• APRN must have Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) Certification
  
  

Preferred Training and Experience: At least 1 year of surgical first assist APP experience

Degree of Supervision: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant will be assigned a Primary Supervising/Collaborating Physician employed by MUSC and will report directly to this physician.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

• All certifications must be current and complete prior to start date:
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required for Adult Surgery Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required for Pediatric Surgery
• DHEC and DEA licenses
  
  

Job Duties

Provides direct care to patients through the following activities:

• Takes comprehensive history and performs physical examinations
• Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline
• Initiates referrals to other health care provides, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician
• Documents and bills for direct care provided
• Utilizes current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice
• Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research
• Participates in and supports accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of the organization
• Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education
• Potential to precept students at MUSC enrolled as an advanced practice provider student; and facilitates the learning of other new team members
• APRN or PA must maintain licenses, certifications, CNEs/CMEs, etc. as required by applicable policies and state law
• Will travel to both the Northeast and Downtown Columbia Campuses
  
  

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements

Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift, lower, push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (+/-) unassisted, exert up to 50 lbs of force, lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

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