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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Surgical Physician Assistant to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will work closely with surgeons during surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room is prepared, assisting during the operation, and providing post-operative care to patients. This role requires a strong understanding of surgical procedures, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. The Surgical Physician Assistant will also be responsible for educating patients about their procedures, potential risks, and post-operative care. This role requires a high level of professionalism, as well as the ability to work well in a team and make quick decisions in a high-stress environment.
Responsibilities
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- Preparing the operating room for surgery
- Providing post-operative care to patients
- Educating patients about their procedures and post-operative care
- Working closely with the surgical team to ensure patient safety
- Maintaining patient records
- Conducting patient assessments
- Providing wound care and suture removal
- Administering medications as directed by the surgeon
- Communicating effectively with patients and their families
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant studies
- Current state Physician Assistant license
- Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- Experience in a surgical setting
- Strong understanding of surgical procedures and patient care
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- High level of professionalism
- Ability to work well in a team
- Strong decision-making skills
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Have you ever assisted in a surgical procedure?
- How do you handle high-stress situations?
- Can you describe a time when you had to make a quick decision in a surgical setting?
- How do you communicate with patients and their families?
- What steps do you take to prepare for a surgical procedure?