Plastics Farmington - Nurse Practitioner (APRN)

BAS Healthcare, Inc; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Academic affiliation

Job summary

BAS HealthCare in Farmington, CT, is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join an academic plastic surgery department. The role centers on intraoperative first assist duties and close collaboration with a renowned plastic surgeon, with emphasis on oncology breast reconstruction, facial and body contouring procedures.

The PA must be a graduate of an accredited PA Master’s program and licensed to practice in Connecticut, with plastic surgery or surgical experience highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PA master's program.
• Licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in Connecticut.
• Plastic surgery or surgical experience preferred.
• PA experience in OR and ambulatory settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as intraoperative first assistant for reconstructive and cosmetic procedures.
• Collaborate with plastic surgeons in ambulatory and OR settings.
• Perform postoperative follow-ups and office-based procedures.
• Inpatient rounding may be included on a limited basis.
• Support a wide range of facial, breast, and body contouring surgeries.

Skills

Physician Assistant (PA)

Surgical first assist

Postoperative care

Ambulatory care

Education

Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies

Connecticut PA licensure

Job description

Location

Farmington, CT

Farmington, Connecticut is a picturesque New England town known for its rich history, vibrant cultural scene, and excellent quality of life. Situated in the heart of Connecticut, it offers easy access to Hartford and a welcoming community with top-rated schools, beautiful landscapes, and a thriving local economy.

Facility

This leading healthcare network in Connecticut is one of the premier providers of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery for both children and adults in the state. The division is affiliated with an academic medical institution, offering providers the opportunity to work alongside medical students and residents while utilizing state-of-the-art clinical technology and informatics in a well-run, financially secure organization.

Opportunity

Advanced Practitioners - Surgery - Plastics

Job Details

• Partner closely with a reputable plastic surgeon to practice within both ambulatory and OR intraoperative settings
• Ambulatory and outpatient responsibilities include postoperative follow-up appointments and office-based procedures
• Intraoperative first assist responsibilities include both reconstructive and cosmetic procedures, with a primary focus on oncology breast reconstruction
• Inpatient rounding may be included on a limited basis
• Specialties supported include adult and pediatric facial cosmetic surgery, body contouring, breast reconstruction following mastectomy, craniofacial surgery, cleft lip and palate surgery, facial trauma reconstruction, hand surgery, and advanced laser technology
• Consistent OR time with no call or weekend requirements
• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday schedule
• Continual opportunities for growth and advancement within an academic plastic surgery department
• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Master\'s program
• Must be licensed as a Physician Assistant in the state of Connecticut
• Plastic surgery and surgical experience highly preferred
• Prior experience as a PA highly preferred

Compensation

Employed salary with benefits.