Physician Assistant - Surgery

Position Description:
Provides support services and practices medicine under the supervision of a Pediatric General and Thoracic Attending Surgeon as directed by the appropriate state laws. Works in conjunction with the Surgery Attending and General Surgery Residents to perform the duties required for preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care of the pediatric patient and burn patients of all ages.. This includes but is not limited to medical work-ups of inpatients and outpatients, assisting in surgical procedures, participating in provision of pre-operative work-up, post-operative care and follow-up, and performing other medical and surgical activities as requested. May play a role as specified by the attending surgeon in the care of patients in the outpatient clinics. Performs a variety of duties in the evaluation, treatment planning, and management of patients with in the hospital and clinic setting. Assesses patient status and identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs. Uses equipment necessary to perform tests. Participates as a team member within the Department of Surgery.

Qualifications Required:
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program. Current State License. Current National Commission on the Certification of the Physician Assistant Certification. ACLS, BLS and PALS. Minimum two (2) years experience required. Suture experience preferred. Masters Degree and certificate to prescribe preferred. Meets hospital credentialing requirements. Maintains Continuing Medical Education credits per the national certification requirement of 112 credits every 2 years. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to function as an integral part of the surgical team. Teamwork and flexibility are absolutely necessary to meet the needs the center patients and team members.