Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or equivalent degree required.
National Certification and licensure to practice in Pennsylvania required.
BLS certification required.
Relevant experience preferred, particularly in surgical settings.
Prior experience in vascular surgery or related specialties is a plus.
Responsibilities
Provide inpatient vascular surgery coverage, managing new and established patients.
Respond to and manage vascular surgery consultations with the surgical team.
Perform daily patient assessments and develop treatment plans.
Facilitate hospital discharges, including medication reconciliation and patient education.
Provide outpatient clinic coverage for vascular surgery patients.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Communicate clinical findings and treatment plans effectively with patients and families.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting period.
Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
Retirement plans, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
Tuition Reimbursement and employee recognition programs.
Employee Wellness Programs and Fitness Discounts.
Full Job Description
Location: US:PA: Hershey Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.0 Shift: Varied Hours: 10 hour shifts Recruiter Contact: Please contact Erica L. Moyer at emoyer8@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information
The Vascular Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will provide comprehensive clinical care to vascular surgery patients in both the inpatient and outpatient settings.
The Vascular Surgery Acute Care Physician Assistant will provide comprehensive clinical care to vascular surgery patients in both the inpatient and outpatient settings.
The APP will participate in a rotating monthly schedule, with dedicated periods of inpatient vascular surgery coverage and outpatient clinic coverage.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Provide inpatient vascular surgery coverage, including evaluation and management of new and established patients.
Respond to and manage vascular surgery consultations in collaboration with the vascular surgery team.
Perform daily patient assessments, develop and implement treatment plans, and coordinate ongoing care.
Facilitate hospital discharges, including medication reconciliation, patient/family education, and follow-up planning.
Provide outpatient vascular surgery clinic coverage, including patient evaluation, follow-up, and management of vascular conditions.
Collaborate closely with vascular surgeons, APPs, nursing staff, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team.
Communicate clinical findings, treatment plans, and changes in patient status with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
Participate in care coordination and transitions of care across the inpatient and outpatient settings.
Schedule/Practice Model:
Rotating monthly schedule between inpatient vascular surgery coverage and outpatient clinic coverage.
Inpatient responsibilities include consultations, daily patient management, discharges, and coordination of care.
Outpatient responsibilities include vascular surgery clinic visits and longitudinal patient follow-up.
No operative responsibilities or scheduled operating room time.
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.
BLS certification required.
Relevant experience preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in vascular surgery, general surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, or another surgical specialty.
Experience managing complex vascular surgery patients in the inpatient or outpatient setting.
Experience with inpatient consultations, hospital discharge processes, and postoperative patient management.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
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 the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
Union: Non Bargained
About Penn State Health
Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across central Pennsylvania. It is part of Penn State University and includes Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Children's Hospital, and Penn State Cancer Institute. The health system provides a full range of medical services, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency care. Penn State Health is committed to advancing medical research and education, and is home to the Penn State College of Medicine.
