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The Physician Assistant provides advanced care for patients with acute cardiothoracic conditions and serves as a first assist during surgical procedures. They collaborate with healthcare teams to manage diagnosis, treatment, and post-operative recovery while mentoring staff and supporting clinical research.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree, national PA certification, and Arizona state licensure, with a required 3 years of experience in the designated specialty. ACLS and DEA licensure are required, while CSFA certification and Spanish bilingualism are preferred.
Department: Heart Care-Heart and Lung Surgery Great care starts with great people. (Like you.) At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.
Responsibilities
Job Summary The Physician Assistant- Critical Care works collaboratively with members of the healthcare team to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit. The practice of the Physician Assistant- Critical Care emphasizes health promotion and maintenance, disease prevention and the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic diseases. The position is associated with a significant level of autonomy; therefore, the individual must be highly motivated and able to work independently. As a Physician Assistant, this person will demonstrate leadership as a mentor, educator, researcher and provider. Practice focuses on performance standards that act in accordance with the organization's initiatives. The Physician Assistant- Critical Care is able to act as a first assist in their designated specialty. Essential Functions Provides advanced care for patients with acute conditions, such as heart attacks, respiratory distress syndrome, shock, etc. Assists surgeon during surgical procedures. Participates in discharge planning and counsels patients on post-operative care. May care for pre- and post-operative patients or perform advanced, invasive diagnostic or therapeutic procedures. Direct care practice using a holistic perspective; therapeutic partnerships with patients; expert clinical thinking and skillful performance; reflective practice; evidence-based guided practice; diverse health and illness management approaches. As a provider, collaborates with physicians to perform history and physicals, order and interpret diagnostic studies, prescribe medications, consult ancillary departments and other specialists and provide a smooth transition between various levels of care, including discharge. Expert coaching and guidance of staff, consultation with healthcare providers, research support and performance, clinical, professional and systems leadership, collaboration, and ethical decision making. Promote staff development by serving as a resource for clinical skill development, critical thinking skills, discharge planning, and effective patient communication skills. As a researcher r, independently and collaboratively conducts and supports research, evidence-based practice, and process improvement (e.g., safety and effectiveness) projects to enhance outcomes of care. Reimbursement and business practice; marketing and contracting considerations; legal, regulatory and credentialing requirements; health policy issues; organizational structure and culture; outcome evaluation and performance improvement. Education All staff who have direct responsibility for the care of stroke patients, please refer to the addendum for stroke specific education requirements - Required Bachelor's Degree National Certification as Physician Assistant, AZ State Licensure as Physician Assistant, Graduation from AMA accredited school for Physician Assistants - Required Experience 1 year First Assist experience - Preferred 3 years as a Physician Assistant in designated specialty - Required Other Bilingual-Spanish - Preferred Licenses and Certifications Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) ACLS Certification - Required Certified Surgical First Assists (CSFA) - Preferred Fingerprint Clearance Card - State Current Fingerprint Clearance card, or within seven (7) working days after employment shall apply and be eligible for a Fingerprint Clearance Card (Pediatric Behavioral Health Sites ONLY) - Required Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Licensure DEA License - Required National Certification as Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) - Required Clinical Other\PA - Physician Assistant Arizona Licensure Physician Assistant - Required We're all in for your career. Expert care from experts who care. At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. Our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness, but behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and unwavering dedication. We’re delivering a healthcare experience that simply feels better through:
Nine acute-care hospitals
Over 200 primary, specialty and urgent care centers
More than 17,000 team members and 4,000 medical staff Since 1927, we’ve been focused on doing what matters most — caring for people and communities across the greater Phoenix area. From humble beginnings to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, we’re just as driven as we were a century ago. Come join us and go all in for your career. 🔗 Helpful links 💼 Benefits 🖥️ Career site 🤝 Culture 📄 Hiring Process 🏥 Locations 🖥️ HonorHealth.com Join our talent community here! Stay connected with HonorHealth careers:
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