Physician Assistant - Inpatient Services
@ University HealthPhysician Assistant - Inpatient Services
About the job
University Health offers a 12-month post-grad Critical Care APP Fellowship for licensed Acute Care Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to develop assessment, diagnosis, and treatment skills in critical care units.
Requirements
- Graduated or pending graduation
- From accredited Nurse Practitioner or PA program
- Board certification in specialty
- Texas NP or PA license
- Active BLS/ACLS
Qualifications
- Recent graduate or in practice
- Strong assessment skills
- Interest in critical care
- Ability to work in teams
- Passionate about learning
Full job description
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
In collaboration and consultation with physicians and other health care professionals, the physician assistant provides evidence-based, quality, compassionate and holistic care to inpatients and their families
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Successful Completion of an educational program for physician assistants or surgeon assistants accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, or by that committee’s predecessor or successor entities is required. One year of training in the appropriate specialty is preferred.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants is recommended. Must be currently licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff and UMA bylaws. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90-days of hire.