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AHMG Surgical Physician Assistant, PA-C Pediatric Neurosurgery at Orlando

AdventHealth
Orlando, FL, United States
Full-time

Overview Our Pediatric Neurosurgery Program is known for : + Being the first program in the nation to have a director of congenital neurosurgery.

  • An experienced surgical team, performing hundreds of neurosurgeries and Neuromedical procedures annually. + Being innovators and early adopters of advanced treatments, utilizing leading-edge equipment, techniques and care.
  • Being the only pediatric neurosurgical practice in Central Florida to use the Leksell Gamma Knife® 4C treatment for pediatric patients with complex neurological disorders.
  • Having advanced neuroscience technologies such as a frameless stereotactic surgical navigation system, 3-Tesla MRI, image-guided radiation therapy.
  • Expanding indications for the surgical management of epilepsy. General Summary : The PA-C, under the supervision of the Physician, who acts as the collaborative practitioner, is responsible for : + Performing physical examinations of Pediatric Neurosurgery patients in the clinic and hospital setting including, but not limited to : new patient visits, pre;

intra and post-operative. + Surgical 1st assist surgeons in the Operating Room. + A few of the procedures performed will involve but are not limited to : Brain and Spinal Tumors, Chiari Malformations, Craniofacial Disorders, Hydrocephalus Surgery, Neurofibromatosis, Epilepsy Surgery.

  • Enables continuity of care by managing patient care in pre-, intra- and post-operative settings. + Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests, such as routine laboratory, X-ray, Ultrasound etc + Monitors the patient’s course of treatment and makes appropriate referral to either a physician or specialist, as needed.
  • Collaborates with physician and staff as necessary to provide consistent care to patients and support to staff. + Displays a caring and professional attitude always as well as maintaining personal and professional growth.
  • Candidate must be able to pass a third-party background check and pre-employment drug screen. + Call rotation includes 1 weekend a month.

Community and Benefit Highlights : + Practice and Hospital located within the City Beautiful aka Orlando and just minutes away from Downtown Orlando.

  • Very close proximity to other gorgeous cities : Winter Park, College Park, Baldwin Park, Maitland, Altamonte Springs, Lake Mary, Longwood.
  • Easy commute to nearby beaches and local theme parks such as Disney and Universal Studios among many more. + Competitive Salary, Comprehensive Benefits, Extremely low-cost health care premiums for single or family plans.
  • Relocation Assistance. Knowledge and Skills Required : + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, parents and hospital medical staff.
  • Desire to become part of a multi-disciplinary pediatric neurosurgery program. + Some evening and weekend on-call / rounding will be required.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, and the public. + Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to work variable, flexible shifts as some evening and / or weekend hours may be required. Required Education / Experience : + Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies.
  • Previous neurosurgery preferably in pediatrics and or OR first assist experience preferred Licensure, Certification, and Registration : + Current, valid Florida Physician Assistant license.
  • NCCPA Certification Category : Physician Services Req ID : ORL-A332-CHLD-Peds Neuro-New We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability / handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
  • 30+ days ago
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