May be assigned to Ortho, General Surgery, Urology, or ENT
Provides needed procedures, including assisting in surgery
Performs procedures, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic procedures within scope of practice
Assists in room setup and turnover
Performs other duties as assigned
Assists operative team as directed by OR manager and charge nurses
Customer-service oriented
Assures proper sterile techniques at all times in surgery
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Maintains confidentiality, thinks and acts independently with minimal supervision
Maintains regular, consistent, and punctual attendance at the assigned job location
Possesses interpersonal skills necessary to work productively with patients, families, other healthcare staff, and other departments
Takes personal responsibility for ongoing educational growth and collaborates with others to provide solutions for continued patient quality
Basic computer skills. May require periodic use of a personal computer.
Meets criteria for Medical Staff or Allied Health Professional membership and privileges
Able to stand, walk, bend, reach, and stretch frequently and for prolonged periods
Possesses physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs
Needs adequate hearing and visual acuity, including color vision
Requires fine motor skills, adequate eye-hand coordination, and the ability to grasp and handle objects
Able to use proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating, transferring in and out of bed, chair, or wheelchair
May be required to lift up to 75 pounds
Must use standard precautions due to the threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluids
Needs the ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on the telephone

Surgery - General Physician Assistant

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