About this opportunity
Enloe Health lists this (Advanced Practitioner) Physician Assistant - Cardiac Surgery (Per Diem, Days) opportunity in chico, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Enloe Health is a Level II Trauma Center located in Northern California. We offer a full array of medical services, and our mission is to elevate the health of the communities we serve. As a Planetree organization, we value hiring the right team to care for patients and their families with compassion, human connection, and mutual support. If you feel called to make a meaningful impact through empathetic, person-centered care, and thrive in a culture that values collaboration and purpose, we welcome you to join our team.
Compensation Range: $80.73 - $108.99. Your rate of pay will be based on applicable experience.
Shift: Day
Shift length: 10-Hours
Days off: Variable
Hours per pay period: 20
Position Summary
The Cardiovascular Surgery Physician’s Assistant functions as a provider and coordinator of direct patient care and as a first assistant to the supervising surgeon. The Cardiovascular Physician’s Assistant performs tasks and services under the direct control and supervision of a state-approved supervising physician in accordance with the mission and philosophy, standards policies, and practices of Enloe Medical Center.
Minimum Education / Training / Experience
One year of experience in acute patient care with an emphasis on cardiac care. Successful completion of a clinical rotation in cardiac services.
Desired Education / Training / Experience
One year clinical experience as a Physician Assistant in an acute care facility.
Licenses / Certifications
Current California Physician Assistant License. Certification by NCCPA, if not graduate from accredited ARC PA program. Current CPR certification. ACLS within 6 months of hire. Credentialed through the Enloe Medical Staff and Finance offices. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) number or proof of application. Desired: Certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Must demonstrate technical competence, professional clinical judgment, communication skills and sensitivity for the patient and family in crisis. Must be able to interact professionally and effectively communicate with physicians, staff, patients and the public. Must have the ability to organize and prioritize work efficiently. Must have the ability to work in a demanding environment while remaining calm, efficient and focused. Must have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Must have the ability to perform as a preceptor in the training of students and new employees, and the ability to act as a department resource and a positive role model. Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
Benefits
Enloe offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all eligible employees, including, but not limited to:
$0 premium medical plan to include vision insurance
Prescription and dental group insurance
Retirement with employer match
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately and can be used as it's earned
Extended Sick Leave
Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance
Please visit the employee benefits page at to get more in-depth benefits and coverage information or email to receive a full summary of benefits.
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Worksite address
chico, CA, 95976, US
Who can apply
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