Liver Transplant Surgical PA – OR & Postop Expert

Gracious Health Medical Hospital; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

comprehensive health insurance

retirement plans

paid time off

continuing education and professional

Job summary

Gracious Health Medical Hospital in Laredo, Texas, is seeking a Surgical Physician Assistant to join our Liver Transplant department. This full-time role involves in-patient and out-patient care with operating room participation in a busy transplant program.

You will manage pre-operative and post-operative care for liver and abdominal transplant patients, collaborating with a diverse team of clinicians to deliver exceptional care and drive quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in surgical, transplant, or critical care settings.
• Experience with EHR systems.
• Research or clinical trials experience in transplantation is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution.
• ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program completion.
• Current PA state license for practice.
• BLS certification.
• DEA registration for controlled substances.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, detailing acute and chronic health issues, and formulating effective treatment plans.
• Perform thorough history-taking and physical examinations, identifying both normal and abnormal findings.
• Order diagnostic tests and interpret results, utilizing them to adjust patient care protocols appropriately.
• Administer medications based on established protocols or direct physician orders, ensuring compliance with all legal regulations regarding prescription medications.
• Facilitate the collection of laboratory specimens and order necessary tests to monitor patient progress.
• Guide patients through various therapeutic procedures, including physical therapy and necessary nursing services.
• Assist the supervising physician during surgical procedures in the OR, acting as a first or second assistant as necessary.
• Coordinate and manage hospital admissions and discharges, ensuring that all documentation is completed accurately and promptly.
• Engage in continuous education and training in surgical techniques and emergency protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of best practices within the department.
• Educate and counsel patients and their families on treatment options and health maintenance strategies.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and maintain accurate patient records to facilitate quality of care.

Skills

Clinical experience in surgical/transl

EHR experience

Research in transplantation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

ARC-PA accredited PA program

PA state license

BLS certification

DEA registration

Job description

Gracious Health Medical Hospital in Laredo, Texas, is seeking a Surgical Physician Assistant to join our Liver Transplant department. This full-time role involves in-patient and out-patient care with operating room participation in a busy transplant program.

You will manage pre-operative and post-operative care for liver and abdominal transplant patients, collaborating with a diverse team of clinicians to deliver exceptional care and drive quality outcomes.