Physician Assistant Job at Doylestown Hospital
Job Title:
Physician Assistant - CVUReq:
2023-0391Location:
HospitalDepartment:
Heart CenterSchedule:
Job Description:
To perform, under the responsibility and supervision of the Cardiothoracic surgeon, diagnostic and therapeutic tasks to allow the physician to extend his services through the more effective use of his knowledge in the sphere of decision-making required to establish diagnosis and to plan therapy. He/she may assist in gathering the data necessary in implementing the therapeutic plan of the surgeon. A major role will be as a patient's advocate in the medical care system serving as confidant, advisor and liaison between patients and physicians.
Essential functions: Assists the surgeon in the preoperative care and work-up of patients. Participates in postoperative care of patients, being especially knowledgeable in the recognition of postoperative complications. Performs therapeutic procedures and assignments as directed by the physician and as indicated by his/her training and experience. Assists the surgeon with surgical procedures when indicated. Effectively manage the patient throughput of the CVICU as well as the use of the surgical team as indicated.
Job Qualifications:
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Education: Bachelor of Science in a physical science from an accredited institution required. Master's Degree preferred. Must be a graduate of an accredited physician assistant or nurse practitioner program. Must complete courses of training for bot basic and advanced life support.
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Experience: Two years' experience in Intensive or critical care preferred.
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Other Skills: Must be certified or eligible by the NCCPA and Pennsylvania State Board of Medical Education or State Board of Nursing and Licensure
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Knowledge of pre-existing conditions that may affect surgical procedure
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Knowledge of major ICU conditions and treatment strategies.
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