What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant Critical Care Intensivist - Pediatric Critical Care position at Penn State Health?
Penn State Health
Hershey Medical Center
Location :
US : PA : Hershey
Work Type :
Full Time
FTE :
Shift :
Varied
Hours :
Varied
Recruiter Contact :
Please contact Esther I. Zechman at ezechman@pennstatehealth.psu.edu (MAILTO : / / ezechman@pennstatehealth.psu.edu) for additional information.
SUMMARY OF POSITION :
Penn State Health has an opportunity for a Physician Assistant to work in our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit in our Children's Hospital. This position requires the ability to progress to a high level of autonomy and independence. Responsible for direct patient care and compliance with guidelines as outlined in the supervising agreement.The Physician Assistant provides care to a variety of patients including neurosurgical, surgical, trauma, hematology / oncology, nephrology, pulmonology, cardiac, and post-operative cardiac surgery, and manages all modes of mechanical ventilation, ECMO, and CRRT and performs bone marrow transplants but not solid-organ transplants. This position requires in-house, round-the-clock coverage, weekends, and holidays.The Physician Assistant is credentialed and works in collaboration with the attending physicians, fellows, residents, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to provide specialty care to critically ill patients. The Physician Assistant provides education and instruction, both formal and informal, to residents, nurses, students, and other healthcare professionals.Experience working in a Pediatric Critical Care required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) :
Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the State of employment National Certification in State of employment or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in the State of employment. National Certification in State of employment or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in the State of employment. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below :
Be Well_
with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
Be Balanced_
with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
Be Secured_
with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
Be Rewarded_
with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
Be Supported_
by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?
Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania's only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.
This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.__Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7 : 00 AM and 5 : 00 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance._
Union :
Non Bargained
Position
Physician Assistant Critical Care Intensivist - Pediatric Critical Care
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