Physician Assistant

CommonSpirit Health Philanthropy; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Los Angeles is seeking a Trauma/Acute Care Surgery and Orthopedic Physician Assistant. This role focuses on delivering quality trauma care, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and contributing to protocol development. The ideal candidate will have surgical training and experience in acute settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an acute setting with trauma and orthopedic patients.
• Surgical and trauma training required.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate care for Trauma, Acute Care Surgery, and Orthopedic patients.
• Collaborate with Medical Staff and Nursing Staff to ensure optimal care.

Skills

Collaboration

Quality Improvement

Education

Current PA License

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The Trauma/Acute Care Surgery and Orthopedic Physicians Assistant is responsible for providing and coordinating care for Trauma, Acute Care Surgery, and Orthopedic patients at CHMC, ensuring they receive optimal care throughout their hospitalization. The primary goal is to deliver quality trauma care both directly as an expert clinician and indirectly as a consultant, change agent, educator, and quality improvement agent. The PA collaborates with Medical Staff, Nursing Staff, ancillary personnel, patients, and families to foster an interdisciplinary team approach. The PA reports directly to the Trauma Program Director, with a reporting link to the Trauma Medical Director. They also contribute to developing standardized procedures and protocols to meet departmental goals and objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an acute setting working with trauma, orthopedic, and ICU patients.
• Surgical and trauma training.
• Experience as a first assist, performing H&P, and assessing trauma patients.
• Current PA license, ACLS, PALS, and BLS certifications are required.
• Auditing ATLS skills is desirable.

Overview

Founded in 1887, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center is a 318-bed, nonprofit, acute care hospital located in downtown Los Angeles. The hospital offers a full range of services including a Level II trauma center, the Los Angeles Center for Women's Health, obstetrics and pediatric services, and comprehensive cardiac and surgical services. The hospital shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health, one of the nation's five largest healthcare systems. For more information, visit here.

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