MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

General Surgery Physician Asst - MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center

Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • ACNP certification required; FNP's not accepted
  • Completion of RN first assist course
  • 5+ years of advanced practice experience in surgical settings preferred
  • Strong understanding of perioperative patient management
  • Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

  • Assist in various surgical procedures across multiple specialties
  • Manage perioperative care for surgical patients
  • Order and interpret diagnostic lab tests
  • Conduct thorough surgical history and physical examinations
  • Perform wound care and bedside procedures
  • Facilitate patient/family education regarding surgical processes
  • Collaborate in protocol development and staff training

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid malpractice insurance coverage
  • Generous paid time off policies
  • CME leave and a dedicated CME allowance
  • Retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions
Full Job Description
Physician Assistant/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner- General Surgery- MedStar Franklin Square

MedStar Medical Group offers a uniquely rewarding career in a major marketplace. Become part of an organization that welcomes your experience, input, and leadership - as a clinician and healthcare expert. MedStar Health is looking for qualified candidates to join our growing team of 13 highly skilled Advanced Practice Providers. We offer a supportive team environment with hands-on training from our surgeons, residents, and fellow APP's. This position offers exposure to multiple surgical specialties. We are a Robotic surgery center of excellence, and our new state of the art 14 OR surgical pavilion supports an array of innovations, advanced multispecialty surgical techniques, and cutting-edge medical imaging.

Nurse practitioners who apply for this role are required to be an ACNP. We cannot accept FNP's for this role. NP's will be required to have completed the RN first assist course to be considered.

Job Summary
• First Assist in General Surgery, Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, Plastic Surgery, Thoracic, Ob/Gyn, GynOnc, and Vascular surgery procedures
• Perioperative patient management

o Ordering and interpreting diagnostic lab tests

o Conducting surgical history and physical exams

o Inpatient rounding and consultations

o Wound care and bedside procedures under direct and indirect supervision

o Perform medication reconciliation and help to arrange appropriate post-discharge follow up for all surgical patients.
• Patient/family education
• Collaborate with the physician and other clinical staff members to maintain continuity of care.
• Participate in developing, reviewing, and revising medical/surgical protocols.
• Participate in training of staff and students

Join our developing team with great room for growth, and a collaborative atmosphere.

As a MedStar Medical Group clinician, you can expect:
• A competitive salary
• Eligibility for Quality and Productivity bonuses
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Generous paid time off
• CME leave and CME allowance
• Retirement saving plan - 403(b) with employer match

The salary range for this position is between $115,000 - $190,000, based upon experience. Additional compensation paid for On Call responsibilities and shift differentials.

This position has a hiring range of

USD $115,000.00 - USD $190,000.00 /Yr.

About MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is a medical facility located in Clinton, Maryland. It is a 192-bed acute care hospital that provides a range of services including emergency care, cardiology, cancer care, orthopedics, and women's health. The hospital is part of the MedStar Health system, which is the largest healthcare provider in Maryland and the Washington, D.C. region. MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to its patients and improving the health of the communities it serves.
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