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Summit Recruiting Group lists this Surgery - General Physician Assistant opportunity in waterloo, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
APP - Cardiothoracic Surgery opening in Waterloo, Iowa 55 miles from Cedar Rapids
Position Details: Full-time, permanent position
Hospital employed
Established team of 2 physicians and 3 Advanced Practitioners
Growing practice with increased volume
Provide first-assist in the OR
Will be doing Endoscopic Vein harvesting (EVH)
Pre/post-surgical patient care at UPH Allen Hospital; Including Critical Care
Primarily OR with a mix of inpatient, and outpatient
Excellent subspecialty support
Cohesive group of colleagues and supportive staff allowing for autonomy while building the practice according to your preferences
Experienced staff, both clinical and non-clinical, who know the patients and the community
Full-time position, including dedicated administrative time, with flexible scheduling to ensure sufficient patient access
24/7 hospitalist program is responsible for adult and pediatric inpatients
Fully integrated system with clinics and hospitals on EPIC EMR to improve care coordination
Responsibilities: Will be first assisting in OR with Adult Cardiac, Thoracic, and Vascular cases
Will include invasive procedures including but not limited to endovascular vein harvesting, arterial harvesting, manage intra-aortic balloon pumps, insert/remove chest tubes, and central line placement
Between 7-10 surgical cases per week
Average inpatient 8-15 patients with 2 consults daily
Average clinic patients 18-20 split between providers
Follow-up patients in the clinic and occasional new consults
Perform physical exams, medical diagnosis, therapeutic procedures, and prescribe medication
Respond to calls in the ER and Nursing floors during clinic hours
Rounding on Perioperative and Postoperative patients
Participate in OR , weekend, and Phone call only clinic call.
Order and evaluate labs, x-ray, EKG, echo, and other test as indicated
Evaluates, interprets and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care
Patient-focused, friendly and willing to collaborate in a team environment
Excellent communication (written and verbal), analytical and problem-solving
Qualifications: Graduate of an Accredited School of Anesthesia for Nurses
Board eligible or board certified
Complies with criteria for recertification
Hold an unrestricted medical license in the state of State
Hold current and unrestricted state and federal authority to prescribe and administer medications as necessary or appropriate to the Advanced Practitioners field of practice
BLS, ACLS, PALS required
Experience preferred but not required
Eligible to work in the United States
Qualifications: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Experience as First-Assist in the OR and with cardiac patients
Prior ICU and/or Critical Care either as advance practitioner and/or nurse preferred but willing to train
Hold an unrestricted medical license in the state of IA
Hold current and unrestricted state and federal authority to prescribe and administer medications as necessary or appropriate to the Advanced Practitioners field of practice
Eligible to work in the United States
Offer: Initial salary guarantee with ability to exceed on an innovative compensation program
Attractive incentive package
A competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what stage of life you are in.
Generous time off and CME allowance, malpractice insurance, retirement contributions and more
Dedicated provider resources to positively impact providers work-life balance
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, including a free third-party service for loan restructuring and consolidation.
A commitment to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
Support and development opportunities that are a crucial part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
A culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing whats right for the people we serve
Waterloo, IA Waterloo and Cedar Falls comprise a metro area of more than 107,000 residents who are proud to call the Cedar Valley home. These two cities are just minutes apart, and though theyre intertwined by shared geography and regional pride, each boasts its own unique history and attractions. Whichever city you choose to plant your roots, you wont have to go far to enjoy the amenities of the other an added benefit of life in the Cedar Valley!
Worksite address
waterloo, IA, 50701, US
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