Cardiovascular and Thoracic Physician Assistant Locum Tenen
- Locum Tenens
- $100 - $120
- Pittsburgh, PA
Cardiovascular and Thoracic Physician Assistant Locum Tenen opportunity in Pennsylvania!
A bit about us:
Our mission is to provide you with exceptional care through our community-based health system while maintaining a reverence for life.
Why join us?
· Opportunities for professional growth and development
· Experienced and Friendly staff
· Wonderful community
· Long term contract
· Streamlined and efficient credentialing
· Experienced and Friendly staff
· Wonderful community
· Long term contract
· Streamlined and efficient credentialing
Job Details
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
- Provide comprehensive patient care in the cardiovascular and thoracic specialties, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
- Assist in cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures, including vein harvesting and central line placements.
- Collaborate with surgeons, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to plan and implement patient care.
- Interpret diagnostic tests, such as imaging and lab results, to determine appropriate treatment plans.
- Provide post-operative care, including wound care, medication management, and patient education on lifestyle changes to promote recovery and prevent recurrence.
- Maintain accurate and detailed medical records, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and complies with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Participate in ongoing education and training, staying abreast of the latest advancements in the cardiovascular and thoracic specialties.
Qualifications:
- Current and unrestricted Physician Assistant license.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in cardiovascular and thoracic care, including vein harvesting and central line placements.
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Strong knowledge of cardiovascular and thoracic diseases, treatments, and surgical procedures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex medical information to patients and their families.
- Ability to work effectively in high-stress situations and make critical decisions quickly.
- Proficient in electronic medical record (EMR) systems and medical software.
- Commitment to providing high-quality care and improving patient outcomes.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.