Physician Assistant (PA) - Organ Acquisition

Overview Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: Hepatobiliary Surgery & Liver Transplant Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Physician Assistant (PA) to join our organ recovery team. The PA will play a critical role in the surgical recovery of organs for transplantation, collaborating with transplant surgeons, donor hospitals, and the recovery team to ensure high-quality procurement procedures. Department Summary The Division of Hepatobiliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation participates in a comprehensive medical-surgical-radiologic hepatobiliary referral service, emphasizing diagnosis and medical management of liver and bile duct diseases with a variety of treatment strategies, including liver resection, RF ablation, alcohol injection, chemoembolization, portosystemic shunting, TIPS, laparoscopic procedures, and biliary bypass, as well as liver transplantation. The liver transplantation program is part of the Vanderbilt Transplant Center, which represents a major commitment to the expanding and important field of transplantation. The heart, lung, bone marrow, kidney, and pancreas transplantation programs closely interact with one another. The division also participates in a comprehensive diagnostic and treatment program in hepatobiliary disease, offered by the Vanderbilt Clinic. This multidisciplinary group evaluates patients to establish a diagnosis, assess the severity of the disease and develop a treatment plan. . Preferred Qualifications At least 5 years of experience as a Physician Assistant Strong preference for PA's with experience in organ procurement, cardiac surgery, or abdominal surgery Key Responsibilities Perform or assist in surgical organ recovery procedures under the supervision of transplant surgeons. Provide comprehensive clinical assessments and manage donor physiology pre-recovery. Document and report findings to transplant centers and organ procurement organizations. Ensure accurate and timely completion of required donor medical records and recovery documentation. Maintain and prepare surgical equipment and supplies needed for organ recovery. Communicate with internal and external stakeholders including donor families, hospital staff, and transplant centers. Participate in on-call rotations, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Ensure compliance with all regulatory and safety protocols (UNOS, AOPO, CMS, etc.). Professional Practice Current licensure as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) in the state of Tennessee. NCCPA certification required. Minimum of 2 years of surgical or critical care experience strongly preferred. Experience in organ procurement or transplant surgery is highly desirable. ACLS and BLS certification required. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment with a flexible schedule. Our Nursing Philosophy We believe highly skilled and specialized nursing care is essential to Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s mission of quality in patient care, education and research. We believe nursing is an applied art and science focused on helping people, families and communities reach excellent health and well-being. As a Vanderbilt University Medical Center employee, you make a difference to our patients and their families by bringing compassion and care to those in need of hope and healing. Please see our current employee benefits offered: Affordable High Quality Health Plan Options Dental and /or vision plan 403 (b) retirement plan Paid Time off (flex PTO) Tuition Reimbursement and adoption assistance (maximums applied) Short-Long term disability Subsidized backup childcare And many more... Ask us about our current inpatient nursing supplemental Pay Program! Achieve the Remarkable Learn more about VUMC Nursing here ( Position Qualifications Responsibilities: Certifications: LIC-Physician's Assistant Certified - Tennessee Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience Experience Level: Less than 1 year Education: Master\'s Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr