Job Type: Contract
Job Category: Advanced Practice
Job Description
Job Title: Surgical Physician Assistant
Location: Modesto, CA 95355
Shifts Available: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Job Description:
Are you a skilled Surgical Physician Assistant looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic healthcare team? We are currently seeking dedicated professionals to fill positions in Modesto, CA 95355. As a Surgical Physician Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive care to surgical patients, collaborating closely with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Join us in delivering exceptional surgical care and making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist surgeons in the operating room by performing surgical procedures, suturing incisions, and providing perioperative care to patients.
- Evaluate and assess patients preoperatively, obtaining medical histories, performing physical examinations, and ordering diagnostic tests as necessary.
- Educate patients and their families about surgical procedures, postoperative care instructions, and potential complications.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans, ensuring continuity of care throughout the surgical process.
- Monitor patient vital signs, administer medications, and provide wound care in accordance with established protocols and standards of practice.
- Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in surgical care.
Certifications Required:
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification.
- Current state licensure as a Physician Assistant in California.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Minimum of 2 years of surgical experience, preferably in a hospital setting.
- Strong surgical skills and knowledge of surgical procedures and techniques.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.
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Required Skills
Physicians Assistant