(Advanced Practitioner) Physician Assistant - Cardiac Surgery (Per Diem, Days)

Enloe Health; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 111,213 - 150,144; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$0 premium medical plan

Prescription and dental group insurance

Retirement with employer match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

A healthcare organization located in Chico, California, seeks a Cardiovascular Surgery Physician’s Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist supervising surgeons. Candidates should have a California Physician Assistant License and one year of experience in cardiac care. The role includes coordinating care and requires strong communication skills. Enloe offers benefits such as a $0 premium medical plan, paid time off, and retirement with employer match.

Qualifications

• Must have a current California Physician Assistant License.
• Certification by NCCPA is desired.
• One year experience in cardiac care is required.

Responsibilities

• Provider and coordinator of direct patient care.
• First assistant to the supervising surgeon.
• Perform tasks under the supervision of a state-approved physician.

Skills

Technical competence

Professional clinical judgment

Communication skills

Sensitivity for patients and families in crisis

Ability to work in a demanding environment

Education

One year clinical experience as a Physician Assistant

One year of experience in acute patient care

Tools

Current California Physician Assistant License

CPR certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

Enloe Health is a Level II Trauma Center located in Northern California. We offer a full array of medical services, and our mission is to elevate the health of the communities we serve. As a Planetree organization, we value hiring the right team to care for patients and their families with compassion, human connection, and mutual support. If you feel called to make a meaningful impact through empathetic, person-centered care, and thrive in a culture that values collaboration and purpose, we welcome you to join our team.

Compensation Range: $80.73 - $108.99. Your rate of pay will be based on applicable experience.

Shift: Day

Shift length: 10-Hours

Days off: Variable

Hours per pay period: 20

Position Summary

The Cardiovascular Surgery Physician’s Assistant functions as a provider and coordinator of direct patient care and as a first assistant to the supervising surgeon. The Cardiovascular Physician’s Assistant performs tasks and services under the direct control and supervision of a state-approved supervising physician in accordance with the mission and philosophy, standards policies, and practices of Enloe Medical Center.

Minimum Education / Training / Experience

One year of experience in acute patient care with an emphasis on cardiac care. Successful completion of a clinical rotation in cardiac services.

Desired Education / Training / Experience

One year clinical experience as a Physician Assistant in an acute care facility.

Licenses / Certifications

Current California Physician Assistant License. Certification by NCCPA, if not graduate from accredited ARC PA program. Current CPR certification. ACLS within 6 months of hire. Credentialed through the Enloe Medical Staff and Finance offices. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) number or proof of application. Desired: Certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA).

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Must demonstrate technical competence, professional clinical judgment, communication skills and sensitivity for the patient and family in crisis. Must be able to interact professionally and effectively communicate with physicians, staff, patients and the public. Must have the ability to organize and prioritize work efficiently. Must have the ability to work in a demanding environment while remaining calm, efficient and focused. Must have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Must have the ability to perform as a preceptor in the training of students and new employees, and the ability to act as a department resource and a positive role model. Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Benefits

Enloe offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all eligible employees, including, but not limited to:

• $0 premium medical plan to include vision insurance
• Prescription and dental group insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately and can be used as it's earned
• Extended Sick Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance

Please visit the employee benefits page at http://www.enloe.org/benefits to get more in-depth benefits and coverage information or email [e-mail] to receive a full summary of benefits.