Physician Assistant - Surgical Services at Grand View Campus (night shift)

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Surgical Advanced Practice Team at St. Luke’s University Health Network:

With the Surgical Services department within the Surgical Advanced Practice Department, you will always have support of other surgical PAs, fellows and attendings. With over 50 surgical APs, you will find longevity within the department demonstrating an excellent work environment. There is detailed individualized orientation and training for all aspects of the position. Surgical PAs at the Bethlehem/University Campus have been integral to Surgical Services for over 40 years.

Summary of the position:

The Advanced Practitioner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) is responsible for providing healthcare services to patients under the supervision of, and/or in collaboration with, the attending physician.   These services include, but not limited to, medical evaluation, treatment, counseling, and referrals.  Consists of diagnostic evaluations, therapeutic remediation, surgical assistance, and pharmaceutical prescription

The Advanced Practitioner will cover Surgical Services and Surgical subspecialties, including OR, C-Sections, admissions, floor calls, procedures.

Schedule/call/weekends: Rotating in house night schedule with 16 hour night shift (1500-0700) including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications:

Must be board eligible or board-Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner with RNFA or Medical Physician Assistant with current license to practice in the state of Pennsylvania or New Jersey, as determined by the job location.

Although one year experience in a similar setting is preferred, new grads are encouraged to apply!

What we can offer you?

• Robust orientation program for all levels of experience including new grads
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Competitive Compensation Package
• CME plus Certification Cost Reimbursement
• Fitness and Sports Performance Center Memberships
• Malpractice Insurance
• Team-based care with well-educated, dedicated support staff
• Teaching, research, quality improvement and strategic development opportunities

  

 

 

 

JOB POSTING:

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.
 
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
 
The Advanced Practitioner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) is responsible for providing healthcare services to patients under the supervision of, and/or in collaboration with, the attending physician. These services include, but not limited to, medical evaluation, treatment, counseling, and referrals. Consists of diagnostic evaluations, therapeutic remediation, surgical assistance, and pharmaceutical prescription
 
As with any other health care professional, the Advanced Practitioner is charged with being a patient advocate. The Advanced Practitioner will participate in patient satisfaction, quality, and performance improvement initiatives.

As with any other health care professional, the Advanced Practitioner is charged with being a patient advocate. The Advanced Practitioner will participate in patient satisfaction, quality, and performance improvement initiatives.
These PA’s provide coverage to the Surgical Services in all surgical subspecialties including Trauma with rounding, admissions, consults, discharges, urgent/emergent unit and ED calls, emergency OR and C-sections in-house ensuring 24/7 coverage for surgical services.

ABOUT THE SURGICAL PA POSITION:

• Busy and growing campus
• PA License required
• Surgical PA position both OR and floor work
• Interactive supportive team setting; Work with a great team with staff longevity
• open surgery as well as laparoscopic and robotics
• Work with multiple specialties to broadens