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Surgical Physician Assistant

PIH Health
Whittier, California
Full-time

At PIH Health, we provide cutting edge compassionate care. We have a talented team who is proud to be making a positive impact on the lives of our patients each and every day.

We are growing fast and looking to have an enthusiastic Surgical Physician Assistant join our team.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Surgical PA works closely with the supervising physician to coordinate a course of treatment for patients : perform histories, physical exams, order and collect lab and diagnostic studies and interpret data to formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan.

The Surgical PA will also perform procedures such as first assist in surgery for a variety of surgical procedures, including but not limited to Orthopedics, OB / GYN and General Surgery, and will perform any other procedures as assigned by supervising physician.

This may include pre and postoperative care, patient and family education regarding medication, treatments and surgical experience and discharge.

Communicates effectively with surgical team.

Required Skills

  • Current California Physician Assistant license
  • Current Basic Life Support Certification
  • Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant School
  • Three to Five (3-5) years of surgical experience in operating room circulating in Orthopedics, OB / GYN and General Surgery
  • Certified First Assistant PA
  • Evidence of continuing education and self-development to support license requirements
  • Board Certification : Board certified by the National Certification Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Required Experience

  • Familiarity with CMS’ documentation requirements to demonstrate medical necessity, DRG reimbursement and MCC and CC capture.
  • Familiarity with inpatient only and outpatient only surgery lists.
  • Knowledge of insurance and Medicare and Medi-Cal documentation and coding requirements.

WHY PIH HEALTH?

We’re a nonprofit, regional healthcare network with three hospitals, 93 outpatient medical offices, seven Urgent Care Centers, with over 400 employed physician and mid-level providers in our medical foundation and more than 7,500 compassionate & valued employees.

Ranked one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals.

is dedicated to putting patients first a cornerstone of our .

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