AHMG Breast Surgery Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) or APRN with First Assist Full-time at AdventHealth Kissimmee

General Summary:
The ideal candidate would serve as an integral role in the global management of breast surgery patients, including all aspects of peri-operative care from performing patient histories and daily rounds to invasive surgical procedures.

The APP, under the supervision of the Physicians is responsible for:
Performs patient histories and physical exams in the office and hospital setting
Exhibits autonomy in the operating room when required
Performs first assistant duties.
Meets the specific needs of the attending surgeon, often assisting several surgeons in a single practice
Has exacting knowledge of each surgeon’s idiosyncrasies to expedite the procedure and limit patient morbidity and mortality
Uses knowledge of medical model to promote synergistic relationship between physician and PA
Post-op- Writes orders in the recovery room, talks with family, visits patients, performs post op procedures and more
Discharge planning – Dictates discharge summaries, writes prescriptions, explain discharge instructions, confirms follow-up appointments and more
Orders appropriate laboratory and radiographic tests
Return phone calls from patients
Performs patient history and physical examination in the office setting.
Performs physical examination of patients with breast disease in the office setting to formulate a clinical plan of action.
Assists with minor office procedures such as biopsies, dressing changes as well as drains
Monitors the patient’s course of treatment and places orders for referral to the appropriate specialists if necessary.
Collaborates Dr. Denis on every patient case
Uses knowledge of medical model to promote synergistic relationship between the physician and the physician assistant.
Assists with data collection, cancer tracking and multidisciplinary tumor conference.
Collaborates with the office staff as necessary to provide consistent continuity of patient care and support to staff.

Schedule Details:
Main location: AdventHealth Kissimmee also serving Celebration, Altamonte & Orlando
Schedule is Monday – Friday from 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM with some flexibility depending on surgery
Potential Call rotation 1 weekend a month
includes hospital rounding and overnight call
Inpatient and Outpatient responsibilities as needed

Knowledge and Skills Required:
Enthusiastic team player
Passion for Breast Surgery
Willingness to learn
Flexible, adaptable to change
Self-starter

Education and Experience:
Master’s degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies
1-3 Years of experience as a PA-C in Breast Surgery as a surgical first assist

Licensure, Certification, and Registration:
Current, valid Florida PA-C license or APRN
ANCC, NCCPA (or equivalent) certification
Current BLS and ACL