Overview

General Summary:

• Under the direction and supervision of the surgeon, the Aortic & Heart Valve Center PA-C will assist the surgeon with patients of cardiovascular disease related to aortic and heart valve disease in the hospital, clinic and OR.

• Provide patient and family with pre-operative education, answer questions regarding surgery, recovery and risk factor modification.

• Obtain and perform history and physical examinations.

• Record and interpret pertinent data (labs, diagnostic studies, discharge summaries, progress notes, etc.) including writing orders and discharges.

• First assisting in complex cardiac, aortic and heart valve procedures.

• Ability to perform general peri-surgical procedures in the hospital and clinic.

• Admit patients, attend rounds, complete discharge summaries with medication reconciliation and appropriate follow-up.

Schedule Details:

• Monday through Friday

• Weeknight on call responsibilities with rotating weekend coverage

• Campuses covered: AdventHealth Orlando

Required Education/Experience:

• Master’s degree in physician assistant studies

• Practicing experience as a cardiothoracic/cardiovascular surgery PA required

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff, and patients.

• Strong communication skills

• Strong medical decision-making skills

Licensure, Certification, and Registration:

• Current, valid Florida PA-C license or ability to obtain

• Accreditation by NCCPA or other nationally recognized certification organizations

• BLS and ACLS

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location

Category: Physician Services

Organization: AdventHealth Medical Group Central FL

Req ID: JID377123711718

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.