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Physician Assistant - Per Diem - Cardiothoracic Surgical Service (Main OR)
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UCLA
Los Angeles, CA (In Person)
$195,416 Salary, Full-Time
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Description Major functions include serving as a Physician Assistant for the Cardiothoracic Surgical Service under the general supervision of the Medical Director, assist in the operating room, coordinate the care of adult and pediatric cardiothoracic patients and provide patient/family education to promote a smooth transition from admission to discharge. Provide a discharge plan, providing detailed discharge instructions. Major functions include collaborating with interdisciplinary team members, leading the rotational mentoring program, participating in clinical trials, showing initiative in developing and implementing positive improvements for the allied health team. Take a leadership role in research, teaching and publishing. The Physician Assistant for Cardiothoracic Surgery will report to the Medical Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery for clinical supervision. The Physician Assistant for Cardiothoracic Surgery will report to the Operating Room Services Director, Assistant Director, or Designee for administrative supervision.
Per Diem PA:
must have a minimum of 5 years relevant Cardio Thoracic PA exp.Salary range:
$93.95/hourly Qualifications CA PA License required. National Board Certification required Graduated from an accredited PA program required (Master's degree in PA program preferred) Minimum 5 years' experience, including assisting in CT surgeries, EVH and endo radial artery harvesting- preferred Previous relevant PA experienced
- required Knowledge of cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology
- required Skill in physical assessment and nursing care of cardiac surgery patients-required Skill in teaching
- required Knowledge, skill, and ability to perform patient history and physical assessment-required Skill and ability in written and verbal communication-required Knowledge of interdisciplinary resources needed to coordinate patient care and facilitate referral-required Skill in removal of chest tubes, temporary pacing wires, and sutures/staples-required Knowledge and skill in BCLS and ACLS
- certifications required Knowledge and skill in wound care and treatment-required Skill in organizing and prioritizing-required Ability to ready, interpret, apply, and or follow physician orders, policies, procedures, and written/verbal instructions-required Knowledge of UCLA policies and procedures.