General Summary:
The PA under the supervision of the Physician, who acts as the collaborative practitioner, is responsible for:
- Performs physical examinations of patients; evaluation and treatment of acute and chronic Gyn patients. Assist in surgical cases with the provider within the hospital setting 1-2 days a week
- Procedures to include IUD removal and insertions, Biopsies, Nexplanon insertion and removals
- Assist in the OR as needed with Hysterectomies, Hysteroscopies, Bladder and Organ prolapse, Myomectomies, and more
- Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests, such as routine laboratory, X-ray, etc.
- Monitors the patient's course of treatment and makes appropriate referral to either a physician or specialist, as needed
- Orders preoperative and post-operative medications as needed
- Collaborates with physician as necessary to provide consistent care to patients and support
- Displays a caring and professional attitude at all times as well as maintaining personal and professional growth
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, and the public.
- Strong communication skills
Schedule Details:
- Monday-Friday out-patient
- Campuses Covered: AH Celebration; AH Apopka, AH Winter Park and AH Kissimmee as needed only.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff, and patients.
- Strong communication skills
- Strong medical decision-making skills
- Bilingual/Spanish speaking preferred
Required Education/Experience:
- Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies
- Women's Health Nurse Practitioner preferred
- Gyn surgery experience preferred
Licensure, Certification, and Registration:
- Current, valid Florida PA or APRN license
- Certification by NCCPA, ANCC or other nationally recognized certification organization
- BLS & ACLS