Ascension Medical Group is looking for a Full-Time Certified Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our elite team!
Why Join Our Team
About Ascension Providence Hospital
- Full service Level II Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center
- We provide a wide range of minimally invasive surgical procedures using robotic assisted technology
- Specialty care in advanced heart and neuroscience care, comprehensive cancer services, orthopedics and women's health
- Robust Medical Education program consisting of 18 accredited residency and fellowship programs
- Affiliated with Michigan State University College of Medicine
About Southfield
- Southfield is known as the business and leisure center of southeast, Michigan
- Central location with easy access to highways
- Southfield is home to more than 100 Fortune 500 Companies
- Home to Evergreen Hills Golf Course, year-round city sponsored events and festivals, and an abundance of parks and recreational activities
- Culturally diverse community
About Ascension Medical Group
When you join Ascension Medical Group (AMG), you are entering a community where physician and advanced practice provider engagement and experience is recognized as a key driver of delivering excellent patient care.
With 1,900 sites of care and 7,000 providers strong, AMG is one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the United States. Physicians and advanced practice providers benefit from a collaborative approach to care, significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.
What You Will Do
Ascension Medical Group-Cardiothoracic Surgery Associates is looking for a Certified Cardiothoracic Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a highly renowned surgical team.
This is a great opportunity for a detail oriented, self-motivated and talented individual to provide medical and surgical care to patients using a patient centered team approach.
The large cardiothoracic surgery practice provides inpatient coverage at Ascension Providence Hospital in Southfield, Ascension St. John Hospital in Detroit, and Ascension Genesys Hospital in Grand Blanc, Michigan.
Position Highlights:
- Practice is based in Southfield
- The new PA or NP would be part of a cardiothoracic team consisting of a cardiothoracic surgeon and 2-3 physician assistants
Responsibilities:
- Position entails inpatient rounding and consults, pre/post op outpatient visits and 1st Assist in the OR
- Call schedule 1 day per week and at least 1 weekend per month
- Obtains patient history and performs assessment. Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic procedures.
- Provides and documents direct treatment and management of health conditions.
- Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
Job Requirements
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Physician Assistant:
- BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. American Red Cross (ARC) CPR for Professional Rescuers card will be accepted upon hire but renewal must be a BLS Provider card from AHA.
- Physician Assistant credentialed from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Physician Assistant with Prescriptive Authority credentialed from the Michigan Board Physician Assistants Task Force obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Advanced Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.
Nurse Practitioner:
• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Education
Physician Assistant:
- Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program required.
- Master's degree preferred.
Nurse Practitioner:
• Master's degree of Nursing required.
Qualifications
- Certified as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
- Recent and relevant 1-2 years experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery required; inpatient rounding, outpatient visits and 1st Assist in the OR
- Demonstrates a willingness and ability to work as a high-functioning, integrated health care team
Visa Eligibility
None
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Responsibilities
Ascension Medical Group-Cardiothoracic Surgery Associates is looking for a Certified Cardiothoracic Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a highly renowned surgical team.
This is a great opportunity for a detail oriented, self-motivated and talented individual to provide medical and surgical care to patients using a patient centered team approach.
The large cardiothoracic surgery practice provides inpatient coverage at Ascension Providence Hospital in Southfield, Ascension St. John Hospital in Detroit, and Ascension Genesys Hospital in Grand Blanc, Michigan.
Position Highlights:
- Practice is based in Southfield
- The new PA or NP would be part of a cardiothoracic team consisting of a cardiothoracic surgeon and 2-3 physician assistants
Responsibilities:
- Position entails inpatient rounding and consults, pre/post op outpatient visits and 1st Assist in the OR
- Call schedule 1 day per week and at least 1 weekend per month
- Obtains patient history and performs assessment. Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic procedures.
- Provides and documents direct treatment and management of health conditions.
- Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Physician Assistant:
- BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. American Red Cross (ARC) CPR for Professional Rescuers card will be accepted upon hire but renewal must be a BLS Provider card from AHA.
- Physician Assistant credentialed from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Physician Assistant with Prescriptive Authority credentialed from the Michigan Board Physician Assistants Task Force obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Advanced Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.
Nurse Practitioner:
• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Education
Physician Assistant:
- Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program required.
- Master's degree preferred.
Nurse Practitioner:
• Master's degree of Nursing required.
Qualifications
- Certified as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
- Recent and relevant 1-2 years experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery required; inpatient rounding, outpatient visits and 1st Assist in the OR
- Demonstrates a willingness and ability to work as a high-functioning, integrated health care team