General Surgery PA | Robotic/Laparoscopic OR Expert

Vital City Med; Frederick (MD); Presencial; USD 140.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Continuing education support

Licensing and certifications expenses

Descripción de la vacante

Vital City Med in Frederick, MD is seeking a General Surgery Physician Assistant to join our surgical center on a full-time basis, working alongside experienced general surgeons in a dynamic, patient-focused environment.

The PA will manage care from clinic visits and pre-operative assessments to intraoperative assistance and post-operative follow-up, with opportunities to use laparoscopic and robotic techniques and to educate patients while coordinating discharge planning.

Formación

• Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.
• Board certification as a Physician Assistant, along with state licensure to practice in Maryland.
• Possess a current DEA license.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
• Commitment to obtain Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification within the first 12 months of hire.

Responsabilidades

• Independently manage patient care under the supervision of attending surgeons, demonstrating high levels of clinical acumen in evaluating and treating patients.
• Conduct thorough pre-operative assessments, including obtaining patient histories and performing physical examinations to assess health conditions and inform treatment plans.
• Assist in the operating room during surgical procedures, performing first assists with laparoscopic and robotic techniques as necessary.
• Facilitate daily patient rounds, providing timely updates and care coordination while writing orders and managing discharge planning.
• Provide patient education and detailed pre/post-operative instructions to ensure patients are fully informed about their care plan.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to conduct consults in Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit settings.
• Maintain meticulous documentation of patient care activities and outcomes in compliance with institutional policies and state regulations.

Conocimientos

Pre-operative assessment

Intra-operative assistance

Post-operative care

Patient education

Educación

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Board certification as Physician Assistant

Maryland state licensure

DEA license

BLS certification (AHA)

ATLS certification within 12 months

Descripción del empleo

Vital City Med in Frederick, MD is seeking a General Surgery Physician Assistant to join our surgical center on a full-time basis, working alongside experienced general surgeons in a dynamic, patient-focused environment.

The PA will manage care from clinic visits and pre-operative assessments to intraoperative assistance and post-operative follow-up, with opportunities to use laparoscopic and robotic techniques and to educate patients while coordinating discharge planning.