Penn State Health -
Hershey Medical CenterLocation: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Varied
Shift Differential: Exempt: Yes Hours: Varied
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Erica L. Moyer at
[email protected] for additional information
The Heart and Vascular Institute of the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is seeking professional advanced practice provider to work as an integral member of the Cardiac Surgery team. Primary responsibilities of this position include admitting patients, performing history & physicals, inpatient rounds and medical management of intermediate and acute care level patients, planning and discharge of patients, and participation with surgeons in inpatient consults. This position is to provide medical planning and management of cardiac surgery patients in the hospital on floor or intermediate care status. Responsible for assisting physicians in the medical care and management of patients, performing such functions as making rounds, physical examinations, and other patient examinations, injections, care of wounds, and arranging for patient referrals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):- Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the State of Pennsylvania required
- National Certification in Pennsylvania or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in Pennsylvania required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):- Two years of experience working in cardiothoracic surgery
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 based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
