Physician Assistant, UPP Department of Plastic Surgery - Magee Womens Hospital

1 day ago
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaFull TimeSurgery

Job Description

About the Role

Join UPMC as a Physician Assistant – Plastic Surgery, No Weekends in United States. University of Pittsburgh Physicians is hiring a Full-Time Physician Assistant to help support Department of Plastic Surgery. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Location: UPMC Magee Womens Hospital Position Specifics: Plastic surgery role with an independent clinic.

Key Responsibilities

  • Applies basic professional practice knowledge and skills appropriate for practice setting.
  • Communicates effectively, both verbally and in documentation.
  • Demonstrates critical thinking in all areas of professional practice.
  • Learns to incorporate acceptable standards of professional practice as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction.

Benefits & Compensation

  • The APP is responsible to set the standards for the level and quality of care.
  • The APP has responsibility, authority, and accountability for the provision of care through supervision by and collaboration with a physician.
  • The APP manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members.

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Weekend coverage may be required.

Apply to join UPMC as a Physician Assistant – Plastic Surgery, No Weekends.

Key Skills

Surgical Patient PreparationIndependent Clinic WorkPatient CareCollaborationCritical ThinkingPatient SafetyQuality ImprovementEvidence-Based PracticeClinical JudgmentTeam LeadershipPatient EducationRelationship BuildingPrioritizationGrowth and Development AssessmentMobilityVisual Manual Dexterity

Requirements

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program and hold a current state PA license certified by the NCCPA, along with current CPR certification and Act 34 Clearance. Experience as a Physician Assistant or in a clinical setting is preferred, and a BS or MS candidate is preferred.
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Position Insights

WeekdayDoc rates Physician Assistant, UPP Department of Plastic Surgery - Magee Womens Hospital at UPMC a 4.0/10 for work-life balance — below average.

Key skills for this role include Surgical Patient Preparation, Independent Clinic Work, Patient Care, Collaboration, Critical Thinking.

Benefits include Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance, Exceptional Retirement Program.

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About UPMC

Hospitals and Health Care
Pittsburgh, PA
2-5

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Vision
Dental
Life and Disability Insurance
Exceptional Retirement Program
PTO
Wellness Programs
Paid Parental Leave
4.0

Work-Life Balance Score

Below Average

Job Details

Employment Type

Full-time

Posted

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