PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (PA) Adult Cardiovascular Surgery

Company: Michigan Medicine
Location: Ann Arbor
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Job Summary The Department of Cardiac Surgery, Section of Adult Cardiovascular Surgery, is currently seeking a Physician Assistant to assist cardiac surgeons in the operative care of adult heart patients, performing such functions as first assist in operating rooms and participating in a wide range of heart procedures. Mission Statement Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society. Responsibilities* The primary work setting for this position is in the operating room for the majority of the time where the individual will have responsibilities that include first/second assisting, conduit harvesting, and evaluation/expansion of minimally invasive equipment/approaches (EVH experience preferred). The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of cardiac surgery experience with strong interpersonal talents and technically skilled in the operating room. The cardiothoracic surgery Physician Assistant exercises autonomy in medical decision making and provides a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services to adult heart patients. This may include managing patients with complex, acute, critical and chronic health conditions. In addition, the individual collects and assists in the interpretation of reports from diagnostic and laboratory tests, radiographic procedures and clinical studies. The position typically analyzes, compares and evaluates various courses of action and has the authority to make independent decisions on matters of significance, free from immediate direction, within the scope of their responsibilities. Required Qualifications*

• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan and Michigan Controlled Substance license.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Satisfactory completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor agencies, CAHEA or CAAHEP.
• ACLS and BLS certification (completed by start date).
• State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required
• Current DEA registration required
• 3-5 years cardiac surgery experience Desired Qualifications*
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team is required.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills are required.
  • Experience in surgery or emergency room/urgent care is desired.
  • 5 years cardiothoracic/cardiovascular surgery experience strongly preferred. Work Schedule Coverage as part of the team is 7 days per week, 24 hours per day with on-call responsibilities.100% operating room, 40 hrs work week, calls are to be divided among 10 PAs. Union Affiliation This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the United Physician Assistants of Michigan Medicine, which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment. Background Screening Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses. Contact Information If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with Physician Assistant opportunities please contact Nurse and Physician Assistant Recruitment at (734) ###-#### or e-mail . For a current listing of all open PA job opportunities at Michigan Medicine, please visit . Application Deadline Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. Selection Process Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University s research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status. U-M EEO/AA Statement The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Associated topics: cardiology, cardiothoracic, cardiovascular, chf, congestive, failure, hhp, invasive, non interventional, non invasive

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