About this opportunity
AdventHealth West FL Division lists this Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician Assistant opportunity in ocala, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Job Description Summary:
Evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of medical conditions. Prescribes medications, develops patient treatment options, interprets and verifies test results, and collaborates with other healthcare providers for continued education to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care. Provides medical care to patients under the supervision of a physician. Conducts physical examinations, orders and interprets diagnostic tests. Works closely with physicians to develop and implement treatment plans for patients. Educate patients and their families about healthcare issues, disease management, and preventive care.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
Formulating interventions and performing therapeutic measures to ensure the appropriate individualized plan of care is implemented.
Applying knowledge of age specific needs, (pediatric, adolescents, adult and geriatric) to plan of care interventions and patients' responses to care
Performance of rounds & recording of computerized written and/or dictated documentation of all patient encounters by computerized progress notes, brief operative note, procedural notes or admission/consultation/discharge summary dictation
Pre-operative patient evaluation and medical optimization
Post-operative patient ICU and floor management
Participation in Clinical & multidisciplinary rounds by contributing specific surgical perspective & promoting integrated comprehensive patient care, & assisting with discharge planning
Provide relevant patient education and counseling regarding heath status/test results/disease process & discharge planning
Address patient psychosocial needs by assessing patient's functional status & evaluating patient's mental status by Consultation/Referral to other health professionals & community agencies
Assessing clinical factors including, but not limited to, immunosuppression complications, drug toxicity, infections complications and risk rejection
Assist the collaborating physician in any intervention in the interest of patient care/safety
Functions fully within the Outpatient and Inpatient setting
Providing on-call coverage for medical triage for outpatients in collaboration with the physician on-call
Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Education and Experience Required:
Physician Assistant Studies
1+ years experience
Licensure, Certification or Registration Required:
Valid American Heart Association BLS & ACLS certifications
Licensure as a Physician Assistant in the State of Florida.
NCCPA Certification
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits
Worksite address
ocala, FL, 34471, US
Who can apply
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