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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Surgical Physician Assistant
Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Surgical Physician Assistant to join our dynamic surgical team. As a Surgical Physician Assistant, you will play a critical role in supporting surgeons during operative procedures, providing preoperative and postoperative care, and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and satisfaction. You will work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive surgical care. Your responsibilities will include assisting in the operating room, performing patient assessments, developing treatment plans, and educating patients and their families about surgical procedures and recovery. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for delivering exceptional patient care. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, adapting to changing situations, and handling multiple tasks simultaneously. Experience in a surgical setting is highly preferred, and certification as a Physician Assistant is required. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge medical technology, participate in complex surgical cases, and contribute to the advancement of surgical care within our institution. If you are dedicated, compassionate, and eager to make a difference in the lives of surgical patients, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Assist surgeons during operative procedures
- Conduct preoperative and postoperative patient assessments
- Develop and implement patient care plans
- Educate patients and families about surgical procedures and recovery
- Monitor patient progress and report findings to the surgical team
- Perform minor surgical procedures under supervision
- Maintain accurate and detailed medical records
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies and safety standards
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Current Physician Assistant certification (PA-C)
- State licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a surgical setting preferred
- Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Commitment to patient safety and quality care
- Willingness to participate in continuing education and training
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have assisting in surgical procedures?
- How do you handle high-pressure situations in the operating room?
- Describe a time you educated a patient or family about a surgical procedure.
- What steps do you take to ensure patient safety during surgery?
- How do you stay current with advancements in surgical care?
- Are you comfortable working flexible hours, including nights and weekends?
- What electronic medical record systems have you used?
- How do you collaborate with other members of the surgical team?
- What motivates you to work in surgical care?
- Describe your approach to managing multiple patients simultaneously.
