Coloradoacc
Physician Assistant Critical Care Intensivist - Heart & Vasc
Coloradoacc, Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States, 17033
Overview
Penn State Health
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Hershey Medical Center Location:
US:PA: Hershey Work Type:
Full Time FTE:
1.0 Shift:
Varied Shift Differential:
Exempt: Yes Hours:
12 hour days/nights Recruiter Contact:
Esther I. Zechman at ezechman@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information. Summary of Position
We are currently seeking experienced Physician Assistant candidates for an intensivist position in The Heart and Vascular Institute Critical Care Unit (HVICCU). Our 30-bed unit consists of intensivists and advanced practice providers providing 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year management of cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, cardiology, interventional and mechanical circulatory support patients, including those who have undergone cardiac surgical procedures such as CABG, valve surgery, LVADS, ECMO, and cardiac transplantation. Responsibilities
APPs are responsible for direct critical care patient management in the HVICCU. This includes management of complex therapies such as IABP, Impella, VADs, ECMO, CRRT, respiratory ventilators, inotropes, vasopressors, and vasoactive intravenous medications. Actively participate in daily rounds on patients during post-operative phases of care, perform assessments, and make medical management plan revisions in collaboration with physicians, consulted services, nursing, and interdisciplinary teams. Perform procedures including placement of arterial line, central line, Swan-Ganz catheter, removal of IABP, chest tubes and cardiac pacer wires. Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the state of employment National Certification in the state of employment or in another state with reciprocity and licensure to practice in the state of employment Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Why Penn State Health
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community. Benefits
Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs and Fitness Discounts Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program Be Supported by HR, Learning and Organizational Development, Virtual Benefits Orientation, and Employee Concierge Service About Penn State Hershey Medical Center
Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication of its employees and promotes continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth. YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence. This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay is based on company policy or union contract. Background checks will be conducted as appropriate for the position.
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Penn State Health
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Hershey Medical Center Location:
US:PA: Hershey Work Type:
Full Time FTE:
1.0 Shift:
Varied Shift Differential:
Exempt: Yes Hours:
12 hour days/nights Recruiter Contact:
Esther I. Zechman at ezechman@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information. Summary of Position
We are currently seeking experienced Physician Assistant candidates for an intensivist position in The Heart and Vascular Institute Critical Care Unit (HVICCU). Our 30-bed unit consists of intensivists and advanced practice providers providing 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year management of cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, cardiology, interventional and mechanical circulatory support patients, including those who have undergone cardiac surgical procedures such as CABG, valve surgery, LVADS, ECMO, and cardiac transplantation. Responsibilities
APPs are responsible for direct critical care patient management in the HVICCU. This includes management of complex therapies such as IABP, Impella, VADs, ECMO, CRRT, respiratory ventilators, inotropes, vasopressors, and vasoactive intravenous medications. Actively participate in daily rounds on patients during post-operative phases of care, perform assessments, and make medical management plan revisions in collaboration with physicians, consulted services, nursing, and interdisciplinary teams. Perform procedures including placement of arterial line, central line, Swan-Ganz catheter, removal of IABP, chest tubes and cardiac pacer wires. Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the state of employment National Certification in the state of employment or in another state with reciprocity and licensure to practice in the state of employment Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Why Penn State Health
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community. Benefits
Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs and Fitness Discounts Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program Be Supported by HR, Learning and Organizational Development, Virtual Benefits Orientation, and Employee Concierge Service About Penn State Hershey Medical Center
Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication of its employees and promotes continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth. YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence. This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay is based on company policy or union contract. Background checks will be conducted as appropriate for the position.
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