General Surgery PA-C: OR First Assistant, Onsite Growth

Valley Health Clinic; Bowie (MD); Presencial; USD 140.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Licensing & certification renewal_reim

Descripción de la vacante

Valley Health Clinic in Bowie, Maryland, seeks a Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our General Surgery team. This full-time on-site role collaborates with the general surgeon to manage surgical patients from pre-op to post-op, including daily rounding, admissions, and discharge planning.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in PA Studies, PA-C certification, Maryland licensure, DEA, and BLS. Willingness to obtain ATLS within 12 months is a plus.

Formación

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.
• Board certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) is required.
• Current Maryland state licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant.
• Valid DEA license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with the supervising physician and surgical team to manage patient care effectively, including daily rounding, admissions and discharges, and providing pre-operative and post-operative instructions.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments by examining, diagnosing, and analyzing patients' health conditions and developing tailored treatment plans.
• Document patient encounters meticulously, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and regulatory standards.
• Assist in the Operating Room (OR) as a first assistant, performing minor procedures and demonstrating laparoscopic and robotic techniques.
• Participate in consultations with the Emergency Department (ED) and Critical Care Unit (CCU) as needed, contributing to a seamless continuum of care.
• Maintain a high level of clinical expertise while exercising discretion, sensitivity, and confidentiality in all patient interactions.

Conocimientos

First assistant in OR

Laparoscopic & robotic familiarity

Collaborative care

Clinical assessment

Educación

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Board certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Maryland state licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant

DEA license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Descripción del empleo

Valley Health Clinic in Bowie, Maryland, seeks a Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our General Surgery team. This full-time on-site role collaborates with the general surgeon to manage surgical patients from pre-op to post-op, including daily rounding, admissions, and discharge planning.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in PA Studies, PA-C certification, Maryland licensure, DEA, and BLS. Willingness to obtain ATLS within 12 months is a plus.