Overview
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
Hospital Description
AdventHealth Kissimmee, a part of AdventHealth Orlando, offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in a full range of specialties. Some of the area’s finest doctors and surgeons practice today’s most cutting-edge treatments and techniques at our esteemed Osceola County campus. There’s nothing more important than the health and well-being of your family. When it comes to health care, your loved ones deserve elite medical services, personalized attention and a warm, nurturing environment that fosters healing and recovery. Our new hospital expansion to 282 beds delivers all of this and more. We’ve transformed our hospital into a world-class destination for individualized comprehensive care just for you.
Community Description
AdventHealth is conveniently close to many gorgeous homes, downtown urban living, shopping, and great schools. As one of the most visited American cities, Orlando has world-class attractions including Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, and easy access to both coasts for numerous world renown beaches. Orlando is home to major league soccer (Orlando City Lions), NBA basketball (Orlando Magic) as well as University of Central Florida sports. The city also has many public and private universities and colleges. The Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts hosts variety of musical and theatrical performances throughout the year.