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Munson Healthcare
Advanced Practice Provider - Surgical Services
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What they do
A Surgical Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in surgical operating rooms and surgery departments, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations.
$119,611 / year median in Michigan
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Description Day shift position 6:45am - 5pm 36 hours per week The Advanced Practice Provider provides First Assisting skills to surgeons in the surgical arena. This position can be fulfilled by a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant. Essential functions of the position include but are not limited to: Works as a member of the clinical team to promote, support and provide surgical care to patients. Assists in surgery to include, but not limited to first assist, deep and superficial tissue closures, application of appliances and any other action delegated by the surgeon. These are primary responsibilities. Maintains knowledge of current medical trends and ongoing professional development in pertinent medical fields. Works within stated parameters of credentialing related to surgery. Serves as a resource for surgical staff and recognizes the importance of working as a team.
Requirements Nurse Practitioner:
Master's degree in Nursing Certification as a Nurse Practitioner Licensure as NP byState of Michigan Physician's Assistant:
A Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an ARC-PA (Accreditation Review Commission on Education for Physician Assistants) accredited institution Certification as a Physician Assistant by the AAPA (American Academy of Physician Assistants) Licensure as a Physician Assistant by the State of MichiganBenefits
- Professional Development