Physician Assistant (PA) - Cardiothoracic ICU (CTICU)

JOB SUMMARY:

This Critical Care Physician Assistant (PA) position in the CTICU is accountable for a defined patient population under the supervision of an ICU-credentialed physician. Implements the role of expert practitioner, consultant, educator, and researcher within a specialized area of patient care. Provides preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic healthcare services within the scope of licensure and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Some positions will be responsible for being on call according to a predetermined schedule or as needed, pursuant to hospital needs. Credentialed in Med Staff with critical-care-defined competencies/procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree in a Physician Assistant Program

Current PA licensure in California

BLS for Health Providers (AHA)

Ped Adv Life Support Prov(AHA)

Certification: Physician Assistant, National Commission

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