Surgical PA / First Assist — Autonomy & CME Perks

Baptist Health; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME allowance and malpractice tail

Generous time off

Loan debt repayment advising

PSLF eligible employer

APP mentorship pathway

EPIC EHR integration

Advanced technology including DAX

Job summary

Baptist Health Medical Group (BHMG) APP role involves autonomous patient care within a physician-led team, adhering to state law and approved privileges. The APP collaborates with health professionals to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care and influences decision-making through clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.

The position includes compliance with BHMG policies, ongoing professional development, and alignment with ethical standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Must maintain national certification.
• Current valid and unrestricted license to practice as an APP in Kentucky.
• BCLS certification required through the American Heart Association.
• ACLS as required for position.

Responsibilities

• The APP functions autonomously and collaborates with other health professionals to provide high quality, cost-effective care to patients.
• The APP manages health care systems and influences health care decision-making through expert clinical reasoning and practice.
• The APP provides direct patient care as part of the physician-led team in accordance with State Law and Medical Staff privileges.

Education

Bachelor’s degree and accredited APP program completion

Terminal degree in APP field preferred

National certification from the appropriate certifying agency

Current license to practice as an APP in Kentucky

BCLS certification (American Heart Association)

ACLS as required for position

Job description

Baptist Health Medical Group (BHMG) APP role involves autonomous patient care within a physician-led team, adhering to state law and approved privileges. The APP collaborates with health professionals to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care and influences decision-making through clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.

The position includes compliance with BHMG policies, ongoing professional development, and alignment with ethical standards and regulatory requirements.