What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant Per Diem Days position at John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital?
JFK Memorial Hospital has provided medical care to residents in the Coachella Valley since 1966. A group of physicians, including Dr. Reynaldo Carreon, founded the hospital and today one of JFK’s cross streets is named in his honor.
Originally called Indio Community Hospital, JFK has grown to a 145-bed acute-care hospital that is part of Tenet Healthcare California. It offers a variety of services, including:
•Emergency care 24/7
•Orthopedic and joint replacement services using emerging technology
•Cardiovascular services
•Maternity care and pediatric services
•Ambulatory surgery center
•Imaging services
•Outpatient Rehabilitation Center
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Performs duties and tasks only under the direction of the operating surgeon and only within the scope of licensure. The Physician Assistant (PA) functions as an assistant to the surgeon in the operating room during surgical procedures. The PA performs only first assistant skills in accordance with hospital policy. In addition to first assisting, responsibilities may include circulating, scrubbing, and other duties as assigned.
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