Cardiovascular Surgery Physician Assistant - Janesville, WI $95,280 - $144,976

Mercyhealth is currently seeking a Cardiovascular Surgery Physician Assistant to join our rapidly expanding, full service Cardiology program in Janesville, WI.

• Practice is located on the Mercy Hospital and Trauma Center campus, at Mercy Clinic West, a multi-specialty clinic attached to the hospital;
• Mercy Hospital is a 240-bed, Level II Trauma Center with (2) Cardiac Cath Labs, Echo and Nuclear/Stress Labs, as well as state-of-the-art CT and MRI

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

You will provide quality health care services to patients under direction and responsibility of Physician by performing the following duties in a compassionate, cost effective manner, and are required to participate in on-call roster:

• Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Assists cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon intra-operatively performing cardiac, thoracic and vascular surgical procedures.
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal.
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, & EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of NCCPA approved Physician Assistant program

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

• Current certified status through National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Hold valid state license
• BLS and ACLS Certification or other certifications as required

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Good communication/interpretive skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Works requires a high level of independent judgement. The position has substantial latitude for independent action.

COMMUNITY

PAY RANGE:

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life & Disability Insurance

• FSA/HSA Options

• Generous, accruing paid time off

• Paid Parental and caregiver leave

• Career advancement and educational opportunities

• Tuition and certification reimbursement

• Certification Reimbursement

• Well-being Programs

• Employee Discounts

• On-Demand Pay

• Financial Education

• Annual recognition/awards events

• Partner appreciation days

• Family entertainment/attractions discount

• Community service/improvement opportunities

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At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers

• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women