Overview
AdventHealth Medical Group formerly known as Florida Hospital Medical Group is associated with the largest Protestant not-for-profit healthcare system in the world, AdventHealth and a national leader in quality, safety and patient satisfaction. AHMG’s advanced practice providers manage the treatment and care for our patients in the practice setting, as well as at AdventHealth’s ten campuses in Altamonte Springs, Apopka, Celebration, East Orlando, Heart of Florida, Kissimmee, Lake Wales, Orlando, Winter Park and AdventHealth Waterman in Tavares.
AdventHealth Medical Group Vascular Surgery at Altamonte Springs
Full Time opportunity for a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
General Summary: The APRN or PA-C, under the supervision of the Physician, who acts as the collaborative practitioner, is responsible for:
- First Assisting Vascular Surgeon in operating room, including suturing, drain placement, etc according to privileges
- Performing hospital rounding, physical examinations of Peripheral and Vascular Surgery patients in the inpatient setting including, but not limited to: new patient consults, pre and post-operative visits, follow up visits – could evolve to an outpatient setting as well
- Procedures expected to perform: THDC removal, drain removals, and stitch removals
- Patient Education on the following conditions but not limited to: Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, arterial reconstruction, Carotid Artery Disease, Endovascular Surgery, Open Surgery etc, venous insufficiency and associated procedures.
- Performs diagnostic procedures according to privileges and maintains log
- Enables continuity of care by managing patient care in the inpatient setting
- Formulates appropriate diagnosis based on history, physical examination, and clinical findings
- Plans and provides care within the framework of policies, unit guidelines and privileges
- Orders pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies according to privileges
- Provides ongoing patient/family and staff education. In inpatient and outpatient settings.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Enthusiastic team player
- Flexible, adaptable to change
- Willingness to learn
- Able to stand/ be on feet for extended periods of time.
Schedule Details:
- Campuses Covered: AdventHealth Altamonte Springs
- Schedule: Monday – Friday; in-patient and out-patient responsibility including first assisting
- Weeknight and weekend call responsibility included
- Holiday call rotation
Education and Experience:
- Physician Assistant studies (PA-C)
- Vascular experience (required)
- Licensure, Certification, and Registration:
- Current, valid Florida APRN license/ PA license
- Certification through the ANCC, AANP (or equivalent certification body) or NCCPA
- Current BLS required
Hospital Description
AdventHealth Altamonte Springs was established in 1973 and has grown into the leading health care provider in Seminole County. The 398-bed hospital cares for more than 200,000 patients a year, including 84,000 emergency patients, 23,000 inpatients, 2,500 baby deliveries, approximately 12,000 surgical cases, and 98,171 outpatient procedures. AdventHealth Altamonte Springs is known for its innovative and highly technical care, continually seeks to enhance the patient experience through unique offerings such as a Concierge Service for patients and employees..
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.