Thoracic Surgery Oncology APP First Assist

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth in Columbus, OH seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (PA/APRN) to support the thoracic surgery team as a Surgery First Assistant in the OR. You will work closely with a surgeon in inpatient or same-day settings and perform invasive procedures with a high level of independent clinical decision-making.

This role requires SA/SCA with a supervising physician, adherence to state laws, and a commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency.

Qualifications

• APRN/PA license in Ohio is required.
• Certification with AANP or NCCPA is required.
• CRNFA or RNFA credentials are preferred upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Works with surgeon in the operating room as a Surgery First Assist.
• Performs invasive procedures with high level clinical decision-making.
• Must maintain a SA/SCA with a supervising physician and practice under state laws.

Skills

First Assist in surgery

Independent decision-making

Collaboration with surgeon

Education

APRN/PA license (Ohio)

AANP Certification

NCCPA Certification

CRNFA Certification

NAS-C Certification

RNFA credential

State nursing license

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary:

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP), Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) including Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) or Nurse Practitioner (NP), work in collaboration with the surgeon in the operating room, whether hospital-based inpatient or same-day surgery setting, serving as a Surgery First Assist in a variety of specialties. Performs invasive procedures and requires a high level of independent clinical decision-making.

Responsibilities And Duties:

Works under direction and in consultation/collaboration with physician and may perform services authorized by the supervising/collaborating physician that are part of the physician's normal course of practice and expertise. Promotes quality outcomes and initiatives. Must have a Supervision Agreement (SA) or Standard Care Arrangement (SCA) with a physician in like practice. Practices within applicable state laws, appropriate boards, and in accordance with his/her/their SA/SCA and delineation of privileges.

As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.

The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time

Minimum Qualifications:

AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners - American Association of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board, APRN - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License - State of Ohio Board of Nursing, CRNFA Certified RN First Assistant - NASC National Assistant At Surgery Certification, NCCPA - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants - American Association of Physician Assistants, PA - Physician Assistant - National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants, RNFA - Registered Nurse First Assist - Competency and Credentialing Institute

Additional Job Description:

Work Shift:

Variable

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Department

Thoracic Surgery Grant

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... if you believe that learning is a life-long process

... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment