Major functions include serving as a Sr.
Physician Assistant for the cardiothoracic surgical service under the general supervision of the Medical Director, assist in the Operating Room, coordinate the care of adult and pediatric cardiothoracic patients and provide patient/family education to promote a smooth transition from admission to discharge.
Provide a discharge plan, providing detailed discharge instructions.
Major functions include collaborating with interdisciplinary team members, leading the rotational mentoring program, participating in clinical trials, showing
initiative in developing and implementing positive improvements for the allied health team.
Take a leadership role in research, teaching and publishing.
Qualifications
- CA PA License and Board Certification -required
- Minimum
2 years’ experience as Cardiac Surgery PA with endo vein harvesting skill required and
endo artery harvesting skill preferred - Minimum 2 years experience with surgical assisting in the OR -required
- Knowledge of cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology
– required - Skill in physical assessment and nursing care of cardiac
surgery patients
– required - BLS and ACLS certifications from ARC or AHA-required
- Skill in teaching.
- Knowledge, skill, and ability to perform patient history and
physical assessment. - Skill and ability in written and verbal communication.
- Knowledge of interdisciplinary resources needed to
coordinate patient care and facilitate referral. - Skill in removal of chest tubes, temporary pacing wires, and
sutures/staples. - Knowledge and skill in wound care and treatment.
- Skill in organizing and prioritizing.
- Ability to ready, interpret, apply, and or follow physician
orders, policies, procedures, and written/verbal instructions. - Knowledge of UCLA policies and procedures.
UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Major functions include serving as a Sr.
Physician Assistant for the cardiothoracic surgical service under the general supervision of …