Physician Assistant II (Specialty) - Cardiothoracic Surgery - Full Time 10 Hour Days-
Core
Licensed health professional acting as a surgical first assistant and care coordinator for cardiothoracic surgery patients.
Role type
Physician Assistant II (Surgical Specialist)
Builds
Surgical support and patient care management for cardiothoracic procedures
Domain
Healthcare / Cardiothoracic Surgery
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Surgical first assistance, patient history taking, physical examination, care plan development, diagnostic test ordering, medication management, patient counseling, billing accuracy, mentorship
Preferred skills
Surgical specialty experience
Technologies
BLS, ACLS, DEA controlled substance handling
Responsibilities
Assist surgeon during procedures including tissue retraction and suturing; obtain medical histories and perform physical exams; develop and implement patient management plans; order and interpret diagnostic studies; counsel patients on therapeutic regimens; coordinate preoperative and postoperative care; mentor new physician assistants; participate in quality initiatives.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC