Surgery - General Physician Assistant

Advent Health Medical Group General Surgery at CelebrationPhysician Assistant (PA-C) Full-time inpatient and outpatient opportunity located at Advent Health CelebrationAdvent Health Medical Group General Surgery at Celebration is looking for a surgical physician assistant to join our growing general surgery team in the greater Celebration area. The ideal candidate would be comfortable working with multiple physicians and APP s in an inpatient and outpatient setting. In addition, the ideal candidate should have a good surgical foundation as well as first assist experience.General Summary:The PA-C, under the supervision of the Physician, who acts as the collaborative practitioner, is responsible for:Patient management and surgical first assist will include the following but not limited to: Skin biopsies, I&D, Catheter removals, Complex Wound Care, Hernia Surgery, Abdominal Wall procedures, Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, and Lumps & BumpsPerforms patient histories and physical exams in the office and hospital setting: new patients, follow ups, pre/post operativelyHandles daily patient rounds, patient education and discharge summariesOrders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests, such as routine laboratory, X-ray, Ultrasound etc.Monitors the patient s course of treatment and makes appropriate referral to either a physician or specialist, as neededCollaborates with physician and staff as necessary to provide consistent care to patients and support to staffAbility to work a flexible schedule and provide services at AdventHealth CelebrationCall rotation includes roundingKnowledge and Skills Required:Enthusiastic team playerFlexible, adaptable to changeWillingness to learnSchedule Details:Schedule Details: Monday ThursdayBoth inpatient and outpatient responsibilitiesCall is required (two evenings a week), call includes hospital roundingHospitals covered: AH CelebrationRequired Education and Experience:Master s Degree in Physician Assistant StudiesLicensure, Certification, and Registration:Current, valid Florida PA or APRN licenseCertification by NCCPA, ANCC or other nationally recognized certification organizationBLS & ACLS