Penn State Health

PA Critical Care Pulmonary Med - MOB Med Pulm Gen

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Penn State Health - Medical GroupLocation: US:PA:LancasterWork Type: Full TimeFTE: 1.0Shift: VariedShift Differential: Exempt: YesHours: Varied, 12 hr shiftsRecruiter Contact: Please contact Kristen Brannen at kbrannen@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information.SUMMARY OF POSITION:Penn State Health has an opportunity for an Experienced Physician Assistant to provide direct patient care in our Critical Care Unit at Lancaster Medical Center.The Physician Assistant works in compliance with guidelines as outlined in the supervising agreement and is responsible for assisting physicians in the medical care and management of patients, performing such functions as making rounds, physical examinations, providing in-house coverage, coordinating, providing, and managing the care of critically ill patients. Must be able to perform arterial lines, central lines/hemodialysis catheters, vent management, etc.The Physician Assistant is credentialed and works in collaboration with the attending physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to provide specialty care to critically ill patients. This position includes weekends and rotating holidays.Experience In Critical Care Preferred.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 Relevant experience preferred. Must possess knowledge of appropriate critical care, including ACLS and 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 LANCASTER MEDICAL CENTER? Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center is a 341,000-square-foot 129-bed acute care hospital that will give residents of Lancaster and York counties enhanced access to Penn State Health’s expertise and specialty services! Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our team is committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community, and each other. 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 posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities. Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

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