At Vivian Health, candidates with updated profiles have the best success. Make sure yours is complete so recruiters can match you to the perfect job! Additional Information About the RoleAre you looking for a career as a Inpatient Cardiac Surgery - Physician Assistant?
Look no further than BJC! At Barnes Jewish Hospital you will have the opportunity to work on some of the most cutting-edge technology the market has to offer! Join our cardiac surgery team managing adult patients across CABG, valve, aortic, MCS, and transplant care.
As a primary inpatient provider, you’ll practice at the top of your license with strong physician collaboration, clinical autonomy, and exposure to advanced cardiovascular cases. Position Details:3x12s | Rotating day/night shifts (option for straight nights or rotation)Lead inpatient post-Operative management of cardiac surgery patients in an intermediate care unit (PCU)Perform assessments, develop treatment plans and manage acute care needsCoordinate care with surgeons, fellows and interdisciplinary teamsManage orders and interpret labs, imaging and cardiac monitoringDocument H&P's, progress notes and dischargesEducate patients and support safe transitions of care Preferred Experience Cardiac Surgery, Cardiovascular Medicine, Critical Care, Adv Heart Failure, Heart Transplantation & Mechanical Circulatory Support Best Hospitals in America - US News Ranking - Barnes-Jewish Hospital (barnesjewish.org) For questions about the position, please contact Overview
- Role PurposeThe Physician Assistant (Hospitalist) utilizes a high degree of knowledge, skill, and competence to deliver inpatient care in a hospital setting. This position assesses, diagnoses, and initiates a patient care treatment plan within the scope of a formal physician collaborative practice agreement. In this position, patient care is performed with considerable independence, guided by physician-approved protocols, and evaluated through chart review, consultations, and the observation of results under the general medical direction of their collaborating Hospitalist physician. ResponsibilitiesParticipates in professional developmentManages the health care of patient populations with compassion through advanced health assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and evaluation in a collaborative practice agreement with a physician. Prescriptive responsibilities are reviewed by collaborative physician.Coordinates the care of patient populations, in a collaborative practice agreement with a physician, to ensure promotion of health and wellness through education of patients and families, coordination of services and placing referrals.Develops treatment plans, treats patients with acute problems including illnesses and minor injuries following a predetermined protocol in a collaborative practice agreement with a physician.BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.Minimum RequirementsEducationBachelor
- PA Prog OR Master
- PAExperience<2 yearsSupervisor ExperienceNo ExperienceLicenses & CertificationsPhysician AssistantPreferred RequirementsExperience2
- 5 years Benefits and Legal StatementBJC Total RewardsAt BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire dateDisability insurance* paid for by BJCAnnual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution401(k) plan with BJC matchTuition Assistance available on first dayBJC Institute for Learning and DevelopmentHealth Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal timeAdoption assistanceTo learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.*Not all benefits apply to all jobsThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer