Graduate of an accredited PA school with an ARC-PA approved program
Current NCCPA certification required
Active PA licensure in Indiana
Board Certification for hospital privileges
Current BLS and ACLS or ATLS certifications required
1-2 years of previous PA experience
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care in cardiothoracic and cardiovascular surgery
Assist surgeons during procedures and manage post-operative care
Communicate effectively with healthcare team members and patients
Educate patients on self-care and postoperative instructions
Prioritize and manage multiple tasks in high-stress situations
Continuously evaluate patient needs and adjust care plans accordingly
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive community hospital environment
Involvement in complex surgical procedures in a specialized field
Potential for professional development and continuing education
Collaborative work atmosphere with multidisciplinary teams
Flexible scheduling options to promote work-life balance
Full Job Description
Position: Physician Assistant
Specialty: Cardiothoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery
Location: Munster, IN (Community Hospital) & Hobart, IN (St. Mary Medical Center)
Education/Experience Requirements:
Graduate of accredited PA school. Completion of an Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) approved program.
Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Current active licensure to practice as a PA in the State of Indiana.
Board Certification is required to be granted necessary hospital privileges for employment
Current BLS. Current ACLS and/or ATLS for PA's working in Surgery.
1-2 years experience as a Physician Assistant.
Conveys positive attitude and image internally throughout Community Healthcare System and externally within the community
Requires self-direction, leadership, delegation, organization, and teaching ability
Communicates tactfully and effectively with physicians, patients, families, nursing staff, other hospital/clinic departments, and the public
Demonstrates a professional, positive, flexible and open minded manner with a willingness and desire to go the extra mile
Knowledge of professional theory, practice, and medical care to give and evaluate patient care. Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. Knowledge of medications and their effects on patients. Knowledge of patient education principles to develop self-care programs.
Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional PA's to provide ongoing patient care.
Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency work situations; able to prioritize patients according to their clinical needs; strong time management skills to balance both patient care and chart completion
