PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT V THORACIC SURGERY

Independence Health System

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United StatesFull TimeSurgery

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Independence Health System as a Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant – M-F in United States. Evaluates, examines, diagnose, and treats patients in collaboration with their supervising and or substitute supervising physician according to established guidelines and protocols. Maintains and promotes the well-being of the patient providing care in both the in-patient and out-patient setting.

Key Responsibilities

2 years surgical experience

Requirements

2 years surgical experience preferred

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Call responsibilities required.

Apply to join Independence Health System as a Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant – M-F.

Key Skills

Thoracic surgeryPatient assessmentPhysical examinationSurgical assistancePre-operative carePost-operative careMedication managementPatient educationCritical thinkingSterile techniquesDischarge planningClinical documentationInfection controlEmergency responseLeadershipMentoring

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Position Insights

Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context

This Surgery position at Independence Health System is open to physician assistant candidates.

Physician Assistants enjoy versatile career options across specialties, with competitive compensation and increasing opportunities in outpatient and remote settings.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Thoracic surgery, Patient assessment, Physical examination, Surgical assistance, Pre-operative care, Post-operative care, Medication management, Patient education. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Surgery role.

Core responsibilities: The Physician Assistant evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients in both in-patient and out-patient settings while collaborating with supervising physicians. They also provide surgical assistance, perform pre- and post-operative care, and participate in performance improvement activities.

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