What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Associate - Surgery position at Good Shepherd Health Care?
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Good Shepherd Healthcare System (GSHCS) is looking for a Physician Associate to join our Surgical Services team.
*Compensation range: $180,000 - $210,000
*Schedule: Fulltime - 4 10-hour shifts with call rotation.
GSHCS is an independent, growing, midsize community healthcare system. We are a major employer in the area and actively serve more than 75,000 patients in our region.
At Good Shepherd, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Employer-paid healthcare premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their qualifying dependents
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and sick leave)
- Extended illness benefit
- Employee assistance program
- Employer-paid retirement benefit
- Employee discounts (medical care, meals, and pharmacy)
- On-campus children’s center
- Wellness program and center (complimentary access to onsite gym)
- Financial assistance for continuing education
- Supplemental insurance at group rates
- Flexible spending accounts
- Health savings account with employer contributions
Join our team and make a meaningful impact in a community-focused healthcare environment!
Responsibilities
Physician Associate - Surgery Responsibilities & Duties
- Assist surgeons during surgical procedures by providing necessary instruments and supplies.
- Conduct preoperative patient assessments to ensure readiness for surgery.
- Monitor patients' vital signs and condition during surgery.
- Perform wound closures, including suturing and applying dressings.
- Provide postoperative care, including monitoring for complications and changing dressings.
- Educate patients and their families about surgical procedures, risks, and postoperative care.
- Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Participate in clinical rounds and patient consultations.
- Document patient interactions and clinical procedures accurately in medical records.
- Assist in the development and implementation of patient care plans.
Qualifications
Qualifications & Skills
- Previous experience as a surgical Physician Associate.
- Master's degree in Physician Associate Studies or relevant field.
- Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and operating room protocols.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- National Certification.
- Active ACLS and BLS certifications.
- Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
- Current and unrestricted state licensure as a Physician Associate.
- Graduate from an accredited Physician Associate program.
- Strong clinical and technical skills relevant to surgical procedures.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Commitment to patient-centered care and patient education.
Salary : $180,000 - $210,000