Surgical Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular
$140,000–$140,000 year
On-siteDes Moines, Iowa, United States
EXPIREDDes Moines, Iowa, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$140,000–$140,000 yearSenior LevelDoctorate Or Professional DegreeEnterprise
Full TimeSenior LevelDoctorate Or Professional DegreeEnterprise
Job Summary
Diagnose and treat adult cardiovascular and thoracic conditions by assisting in the cardiovascular operating room, obtaining patient histories, and performing assessments. Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies while providing direct treatment and management with prescriptive authority. Counsel patients and families on health conditions, treatment options, and community resources, then document care delivery in accordance with specialty standards. Participate in staff and student orientation and education as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- A board-certified Physician Assistant
- in good standing
- credentialed by the Texas Medical Board
- with Prescriptive Authority
- minimum 1 year experience in cardiothoracic surgical first assisting
- with proficiency in endoscopic and open conduit harvest
- Ability to work efficiently and flexibly in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance
- Ability to address individuals and information with a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality in various situations
- Capacity to work well with physicians and other care providers as part of a multi-disciplinary healthcare delivery team
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