What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant Surg Spec position at Central Maine Medical Center?
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Physician Assistant Surgical Specialties
Job Title: Physician Assistant General Surgery
Department: General Surgery
Position Summary:
Performs patient care both in the outpatient and inpatient settings as part of the general surgery services. Duties include managing a clinic schedule for general surgery patients, performing physical exams, interpreting lab results, and prescribing and managing medication for both general surgery patients. Additionally, the APP will assist in the OR with general surgery and bariatric cases (open, laparoscopic and robotic).
Candidate will actively be involved in a well-supported team of surgeons and other APP’s and will help to manage patients in house.
Essential Duties:
• Able to perform and document consults, admission history and physicals, progress notes and discharge documentation on all inpatients
• Able to perform and document clinical visits for consultations, pre and post op visits, and other follow up visits
• Interprets lab results, imaging and other diagnostic tests to form an appropriate treatment plan in conjunction with the physician
• First and second assists surgeons in the OR, for general surgery cases.
Relevant requirements:
• Licensed, Registered or Certified in the State of Maine or able to obtain
• Graduate of accredited physician assistant program; NCCPA certified or graduate of an accredited nurse practitioner program; AANPCB certified
• Must complete 100 hours of CME every two (2) years and take the recertification exam every six (10) years.
• 2 years’ experience as an APP preferred but not required
• Previous surgical experience preferred, particularly with general, bariatric and robotic surgery
• BLS and ACLS certified
Pertinent information:
• Four 10 hour shifts per week with rotating weekends and holidays
• 28 days of sick/vacation time
• 5 CME days and $5,000 towards CME per year
• Reimbursement for 1 membership per year
About Our Community:
Maine is a land full of beauty offering beautiful beaches, a rocky coastline, lakes and mountains all within driving distance. Maine has lots to offer outdoor enthusiasts throughout the year from camping, hiking, biking, swimming, skiing, etc. Within the state there is a burgeoning food, craft drink and entertainment scene. For families, Maine offers safe communities with access to rural and urban areas; as well as nearby airports, train and bus stations. Boston is just a couple of hours to the south and can be accessed by car, train or bus.
Lewiston Region: Maine’s second largest city, Lewiston and the city of Auburn sit on the banks of the Androscoggin River. Together the cities, L/A as it is referred to locally, form the cultural and business center of Androscoggin County. The cities offer a robust food, drink and arts scene along with world-class educational institutions, such as Bates College. Outdoor opportunities abound with trails, public green spaces and water access to the river and area lakes.
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To be considered for this position: Please be considered for this position, please apply through our online, short application process using the APPLY button.
Should you have any difficulty applying, please contact:
Rinda Wiseman
Senior Physician Recruiter
Rinda.wiseman@cmhc.org
If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!
Salary : $5,000
