Description

Overview

AHMG Gyn Surgical Oncology - Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Full-Time Inpatient and Outpatient Role Serving AdventHealth Orlando

General Summary:

The PA-C, under the supervision of the Physician(s) who acts as the collaborative practitioner(s), is responsible for:

• Performs history and physical examinations of patient's evaluation and treatment of gyn surgical oncology patients in the inpatient setting at our Orlando campus.

• Inpatient procedures include PAPs and endometrial biopsies.

• Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests, such as routine laboratory, X-ray, etc.

• Monitors the patient's course of treatment and makes appropriate referral to either a physician or specialist, as needed

• Exhibits autonomy in the operating room and hospital when required

• Performs first assistant duties in the operating room.

• Writes postop orders in the recovery room, performs post op procedures and more

• Return phone calls to patients

• Collaborates with physician supervisor and staff, as necessary to provide consistent care to patients and support to staff, including hospital rounds and inpatient consults

• Candidate will also see patients in the outpatient setting as needed.

• Assist in preparing patient for surgery.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, and the public

Schedule Details:

• Location: AdventHealth Orlando with flexibility to travel to AdventHealth Celebration when needed

• Schedule: Monday Friday

• 3 days in surgery; 2 days in clinic

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff, and patients.

• Strong communication skills

• Strong medical decision-making skills

Required Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant (PA-C) Studies

• 1st assist experience (preferred)

Required Licensure, Certification, and Registration:

• Current, valid Florida PA license

• NCCPA (or equivalent) certification

• BLS, ACLS Certification

• ONS Certification preferred