Physician Assistant Critical Care - Orthopaedics

St. Cloud Orthopedics; Camp Hill (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Be Well wellness programs

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Job summary

Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center is seeking an Orthopedic Trauma Physician Assistant to perform procedures, assist in the OR, and manage rounds, consults, admissions, and discharges in both inpatient and clinic settings.

The PA will coordinate with other specialists, respond to calls promptly within 30 minutes, and participate in varied shifts to support the Level 2 trauma center environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or higher degree meeting licensure requirements.
• National Certification in state of employment or reciprocity for licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform orthopedic procedures such as reductions, splinting, traction, and assist in the OR.
• Rounding, consults, admitting and discharging patients.
• Communicate with specialists, handle calls, texts, and messages.
• Work in inpatient and clinic settings with 30-minute call response.

Education

AMA approved Physician Assistant Program

Licensure to practice in the state

Job description

Penn State Health -Hershey Medical Center

Location:US:PA: Camp Hill
Work Type:Full Time
FTE:1.0
Shift:Varied
Hours:Varied due to call coverage, OR and clinic

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center has an exciting opportunity to join the team as an Orthopedic Trauma Physician Assistant at our Level 2 Trauma Center. The Physician Assistant performs common orthopedic procedures, such as reductions, splinting, traction, assist in OR, and suturing. Other duties include rounding, consults, admitting, and discharging patients. They will communicate with other specialists, answering calls/texts, and messages. The PA works in both inpatient and clinic areas. The PA team rotates taking home call and are not in house 24/7. Response to call within 30 minutes is required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the State of employment
• National Certification in State of employment or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in the State of employment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Wellwith Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balancedwith Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Securedwith Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewardedwith Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supportedby the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.

All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Union: Non Bargained