Penn State Health - Medical Group
Location: US:PA:Lemoyne
Work Type: PRN
FTE: 0.001
Shift: Varied
Hours: 12
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Esther I. Zechman at [email protected] for additional information.
JOB SUMMARY:
Penn State Health has an opportunity for an Experienced Physician Assistant to provide direct patient care in our Critical Care Units at Holy Spirit Medical Center and Hampden Medical Center.
The Physician Assistant works in compliance with guidelines as outlined in the supervising agreement and is responsible for assisting physicians in the medical care and management of patients, performing such functions as making rounds, physical examinations, providing in-house, round-the-clock coverage, coordinating, providing, and managing the care of critically ill patients. Must be able to perform arterial lines, central lines, vent management, etc.
A wide degree of patient care autonomy/latitude is expected. The Physician Assistant is credentialed and works in collaboration with the attending physicians, fellows, residents, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to provide specialty care to critically ill patients and will rotate between Hampden Medical Center and Holy Spirit Medical Center. This position includes weekends and rotating holidays.
Experience in Critical Care preferred.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the State of Pennsylvania required.
- National Certification in Pennsylvania or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in Pennsylvania required.
- Relevant experience preferred.
- Must possess knowledge of appropriate critical care, including ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life support and BLS (Basic Cardiopulmonary Life Support Certification.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
For more information: https://this.pennstatehealth.org/#thisIsPennStateHealth
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
For a full list with more detailed information: https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers/working-here/total-rewards
This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email [email protected] or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.