General Surgery Physician Asst - Generous Paid Time Off

MedStar Health; Rossville (MD); On-site; USD 115,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Quality and Productivity bonuses

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid malpractice insurance

Generous paid time off

CME leave and CME allowance

403(b) with employer match

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a qualified Advanced Practice Provider to join MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center as a First Assist in General, Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, Plastic, Thoracic, Ob/Gyn, GynOnc, and Vascular surgery. You’ll participate in perioperative patient management, history taking, physical exams, and intraoperative support.

In this role you will interpret labs, conduct rounds, coordinate post-discharge follow-up, educate patients and families, and collaborate with physicians to

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• ACNP certification required for Nurse Practitioners applying.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• First Assist in General Surgery, Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, Plastic, Thoracic, Ob/Gyn, GynOnc, and Vascular surgery procedures.
• Perioperative patient management.
• Ordering and interpreting diagnostic lab tests.
• Conducting surgical history and physical exams.
• Inpatient rounding and consultations.
• Wound care and bedside procedures under supervision.
• Medication reconciliation and arrange post-discharge follow-up.

Skills

ACNP

First assist course

CPR certification

Education

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Job description

About the Job

MedStar Medical Group offers a uniquely rewarding career in a major marketplace. Become part of an organization that welcomes your experience, input, and leadership - as a clinician and healthcare expert.

MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center is looking for qualified candidates to join our growing team of 13 highly skilled Advanced Practice Providers. We offer a supportive team environment with hands-on training from our surgeons, residents, and fellow APP's. This position offers exposure to multiple surgical specialties. We are a Robotic surgery center of excellence, and our new state of the art 14 OR surgical pavilion supports an array of innovations, advanced multispecialty surgical techniques, and cutting-edge medical imaging.

Job Summary:

• First Assist in General Surgery, Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, Plastic Surgery, Thoracic, Ob/Gyn, GynOnc, and Vascular surgery procedures
• Perioperative patient management

• Ordering and interpreting diagnostic lab tests
• Conducting surgical history and physical exams
• Inpatient rounding and consultations
• Wound care and bedside procedures under direct and indirect supervision
• Perform medication reconciliation and help to arrange appropriate post-discharge follow up for all surgical patients.
  • Patient/family education
  • Collaborate with the physician and other clinical staff members to maintain continuity of care.
  • Participate in developing, reviewing, and revising medical/surgical protocols.
  • Participate in training of staff and students

Qualifications:

• Completion and graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioneror Physician Assistant Program
• Nurse practitioners who apply for this role are required to be an ACNP and have completed a first assist course
• CPR certification
• Eligible for Maryland and DC licenses

Join our developing team with great room for growth, and a collaborative atmosphere.

As a MedStar Medical Group clinician, you can expect:

• A competitive salary
• Eligibility for Quality and Productivity bonuses
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Generous paid time off
• CME leave and CME allowance
• Retirement saving plan - 403(b) with employer match

Be a part of a nationally recognized health system and the largest provider of health services in the Baltimore/Washington region. With our vast resources and capabilities at your disposal, you can expand your clinical expertise. Enjoy a rich career and a quality of life unique to Baltimore and the Mid-Atlantic region, which features a mix of urban, suburban, and rural communities.

Additional compensation paid for On Call responsibilities and shift differentials.

This position has a hiring range of USD $115,000.00 - USD $190,000.00 /Yr.