Physician Assistant- Cardiac Surgery - Minneapolis, United States - Allina Health

Description

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

March 19, 2024

Department:

AHMHI Cardiac Surgery Providers

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

0

Union Contract:

Non-Union

Weekend Rotation:

Other

Job Summary:

Based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota, Allina Health is a not for profit 503(c) organization, with 90+ clinics, 10 hospitals/13 campuses throughout the region including western Wisconsin. Allina Health operates in one of the nation's most vibrant, livable areas; a place where you can build the career you want-and you and your family can be part of a thriving community.

Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute (AHMHI) was formed in 1981 with the goal of providing expert clinical care, educating both the public and health care professionals and advancing the field of cardiology through research. Over the past 40 years, the Institute has grown to be one of the top-rated cardiovascular centers in the world, consistently nationally ranked by US News and World Report for cardiology and heart surgery.

Key Position Details:

• This is a casual position.
• Position will cover weekend rounding on cardiac surgery patients.

Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities:

• Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
• Determines diagnosis and treatment of illness.
• Orders and interprets medical diagnostics in tandem with attending physician.
• Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment.
• Conducts patient education when working to manage chronic illness or wellness care.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree - Completion of accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Experience required in cardiac surgery.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Certification as a Physician Assistant - NCCPA -National Commission Certification of Physician Assistants upon hire required
• Active MN PA license (or ability to obtain).
• BLS certification required with in 180 days of hire.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain MN DEA certification and National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Ability to meet criteria/qualifications for credentialing and hospital privileges.

Physical Demands:
Medium Work*:
Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently

Allina Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. EO M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.