Surgical Physician Assistant I

Description The Physician Assistant I (PA‑1) functions as an operative first assistant for multiple service lines including but not limited to Da Vinci robotics, general surgery, orthopedic, gynecological, vascular, and urology, and completes post‑operative assessments and management of post‑operative surgical patients. The PA‑1 performs assessment based on history and physical, orders ancillary tests and treatment modalities as deemed appropriate, and integrates all data in determining a diagnosis and initiating a treatment plan, with approval of the supervising physician and attending physician. The PA‑I works in a team structure and communicates with all hospital departments regarding pertinent patient findings to facilitate collaborative management of patient care. Employment Type Full time Shift Rotating Shift Essential Functions Our Trinity Health Culture: Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, Actions & Promise in behaviors, practices & decisions. Provides surgical assistance in the operating room upon request to any surgeon with a delegation agreement and as assigned by the Clinical coordinator of APPs/designee. Develops laparoscopic and Da Vinci robotic first assist skills. Performs daily post‑operative rounding and facilitates/coordinates care of the patient as requested by the supervising physician. Responsible for admission history and physical examinations, daily progress notes, daily orders, discharge, transfer and death summaries, discharge/transfer orders and prescriptions for all patients admitted by the attending surgeon. Conducts evaluations of patients in the Emergency Department and on the surgical floor at the request of the attending surgeon. Assists credentialed practitioners of bedside procedures including central venous catheter placement, tube thoracostomy, arterial catheter placement and peripherally inserted central catheters. Supports quality initiatives of Holy Cross Hospital including medication reconciliation, universal time out procedures, SCIP, VTE prevention, and electronic documentation. Supports timely, accurate and compliant professional billing. Minimum Qualifications Graduate from a PA program that is certified by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for Physician Assistants (ARC‑PA). Passed the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE). Maintain current licensing as Physician Assistant in the State of Maryland. Qualify for prescriptive authority (Controlled Drug Substance [CDS] and Drug Enforcement Agency [DEA]). Have the ability to work in both the operating room and inpatient units. Maintain BLS Certification. Possess excellent communication skills. Function well in a team environment. Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr