AdventHealth

Our practice is led by world renown congenital heart surgeons at the Walt Disney Pavilion at AdventHealth Orlando.. Our Walt Disney Pavilion at AdventHealth for Children is a full service, tertiary children’s hospital with over 200 dedicated pediatric beds, including a 22 bed PICU, 10 bed Cardiac ICU, 102 NICU beds at FHFC, with an extensive network of four other Level II NICU’s that bring our total number of NICU beds to over 150, 17 bed pediatric emergency department and statewide pediatric network and transport system.. As one of the most visited American cities, Orlando has world-class attractions including Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, and easy access to both coasts for numerous world renown beaches.. Orlando is home to major league soccer (Orlando City Lions), NBA basketball (Orlando Magic) as well as University of Central Florida sports.. Seminole County Parks and Recreation

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Overview We are seeking a Certified Physician Assistant, PA-C to join a growing program and practice. The role involves direct care for infants, children, teenagers, and adults with congenital heart disease. The PA-C would work in outpatient and inpatient settings. Also, he/she will assist in the OR during surgery. The position involves collaboration between pediatric cardiology teams, neonatal ICU, pediatric ICU, and inpatient cardiology. All services would be under the supervision of the heart surgeons. Our practice is led by world renown congenital heart surgeons at the Walt Disney Pavilion at AdventHealth Orlando. Experience in Congenital Heart Surgery is not required however, surgical experience outside of PA training will be required. Our Walt Disney Pavilion at AdventHealth for Children is a full service, tertiary children’s hospital with over 200 dedicated pediatric beds, including a 22 bed PICU, 10 bed Cardiac ICU, 102 NICU beds at FHFC, with an extensive network of four other Level II NICU’s that bring our total number of NICU beds to over 150, 17 bed pediatric emergency department and statewide pediatric network and transport system. We started our comprehensive pediatric open-heart program in 2012 and have a strong track record of positive outcomes. We also have several key destination programs including our level IV Epilepsy program. Our unparalleled network consists of 26 hospitals across the state with one children’s hospital at the center and several extremely successful pediatric subspecialty programs including outreach clinics. General Summary The PA-C, under the supervision of the Physician(s), who acts as the collaborative practitioner(s), is responsible for: <ul><li>Performs patient histories and physical exams of pediatric and adult congenital heart patients in the office and hospital setting</li><li>Handles daily patient rounds within the Pediatric Cardiac ICU, patient education and discharge summaries</li><li>First assisting in the OR, bedside procedures, ventilator management</li><li>Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests, such as laboratory, X-ray, etc.</li><li>Assist Physician with hospital/Lab procedures as needed</li><li>Assist patient and family with pre- and post-procedural education</li><li>Monitors the patient’s course of treatment and makes appropriate referral to either a physician or specialist, as needed</li><li>Collaborates with physician and staff as necessary to provide consistent care to patients and support to staff</li><li>Displays a caring and professional attitude at all time as well as maintaining personal and professional growth</li><li>Research and database maintenance </li></ul>Schedule Details <ul><li>Monday-Friday; 8:00-5:00</li><li>Call required; includes hospital rounding and overnight phone coverage</li><li>Campus: AdventHealth Children’s</li><li>Participation in Holiday rotation required </li></ul>Knowledge And Skills Required <ul><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, parents and hospital medical staff</li><li>Desire to become part of a multi-disciplinary program</li><li>Some evening and weekend on-call/rounding will be required </li></ul>Required Education/Experience <ul><li>Surgical Experience as a PA is required </li></ul>Preferred Education/Experience <ul><li>Experience with congenital heart disease </li></ul>Licensure, Certification, And Registration <ul><li>Current, valid Florida PA-C license (or eligible)</li><li>Certification through NCCPA </li></ul>Hospital Description AdventHealth Orlando is an internationally renowned hospital that specializes in life-saving medical treatments, preventative care and pioneering research. Our healing network includes 30 hospitals and more than 100 extended service locations across the state of Florida. Everything we do is designed to fulfill our ultimate goal — to help people live a healthier, fuller life in mind, body and spirit. AdventHealth Orlando is our 1,364 bed tertiary facility with close to 160 ICU beds. It is at the center of nine other hospitals around the greater Orlando area, which total approximately 3,000 beds. AdventHealth operates many hospitals across nine different states; 30 of which are in Florida. Our mission has remained the same and is to Extend the Healing Ministry of Christ. Since 1908, AdventHealth Orlando has cared for the Central Florida community as well as patients from around the world. AdventHealth Orlando is an acute-care, tertiary hospital caring for approximately 300,000 patients a year. As the primary campus for more than 1,000 physicians, AdventHealth Orlando is home to nationally recognized Centers of Excellence for Cancer, Cardiology, Children, Diabetes, Neuroscience, Orthopaedics, and Abdominal and Cardiothoracic Transplant. AdventHealth Orlando was named a 2023-2024 Best Hospital by the magazine U.S. News & World Report. The hospital was ranked No. 1 in the Orlando metro area, and No. 2 in the state. It is the 13th year in a row AdventHealth Orlando has claimed the top spot in Orlando. In addition, the hospital was ranked among the top 50 in the nation for four medical specialties: cancer; diabetes and endocrinology; neurology and neurosurgery; and obstetrics and gynecology. Community Description AdventHealth is conveniently close to many gorgeous homes, downtown urban living, shopping, and great schools. As one of the most visited American cities, Orlando has world-class attractions including Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, and easy access to both coasts for numerous world renown beaches. Orlando is home to major league soccer (Orlando City Lions), NBA basketball (Orlando Magic) as well as University of Central Florida sports. The city also has many public and private universities and colleges. The Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts hosts variety of musical and theatrical performances throughout the year. <ul><li>Hospital Website</li><li>AdventHealth Graduate Medical Education</li><li>Orange County Parks and Recreation</li><li>Seminole County Parks and Recreation</li><li>Orange County Florida</li><li>Osceola County Florida</li></ul>

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