Physician Assistant- General Surgery

Job description

Summary Under the general supervision of a physician or administrator, performs medical examinations, selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks, and other special procedures to assist in the delivery of medical services to patients and first assist in the OR. STATUS: Full-Time: LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital: DEPARTMENT: Surgery: SCHEDULE: Rotating Shifts; OR Call: ATTRIBUTES: - Compassionate, warm and patient focused - Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision - Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment - Supportive training environment - R esponsible for first assisting on all platforms EDUCATION: BS: Physician Assistant (Required) - Patient Satisfaction. Interacts on a frequent, regular and daily basis with patients, family members, medical/social/public services support, regulatory agencies and/or payor agencies. Interaction and communication requires expressed empathy, understanding, problem-solving, education, information gathering, process influencing and counseling. - Medication & Orders. Prescribe medication, write orders, perform procedures and respond t...