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Physician Assistant Hospitalist - Neonatal Perinatal Med
Penn State Health - Physician Recruitment
Application
Details
Posted: 29-Oct-24
Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Salary: Open
Categories:
Advanced Practice Registered Nurses / Physician Assistants
Internal Number: 41837
Penn State Health - Medical Group
Location: US:PA:Lancaster Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.0 Shift: Varied Hours: Varied Recruiter Contact: Please contact Esther Zechman at ezechman@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
We are seeking an experienced Neonatal Physician Assistant for Newborn and Nursery care at Lancaster Medical Center. Responsible for direct care of newborns at the time of delivery, while rooming in with mothers after delivery, and when needed in the Acute Baby Nursery (Level 1). Clinicians in this role provide 24-hour in-house coverage (well-appointed call room available) to independently diagnose and treat acute illness as well as provide routine newborn inpatient care as part of a healthcare team. May order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays and prescribe. This position affords the opportunity to focus on research and education in health promotion and disease prevention. The ideal candidate would be experienced in leading teams in neonatal resuscitation, be skilled in providing acute and routine care for newborns, and have a desire to assist in administrative and clinical transition from Level 1 Nursery to Level 2 NICU. Must have up-to-date certifications in the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). NICU experience at a facility with Level 2 designation or higher is required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the State of employment
National Certification in State of employment or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in the State of employment
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.
Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across central Pennsylvania.The system includes Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center in Reading, Pa., Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Children’s Hospital, Penn State Cancer Institute, and Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital (jointly owned), based in Hershey, Pa., as well as more than 1,300 physicians and direct care providers at 78 medical office locations. The system also has jointly owned health care providers, including Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center, Hershey Endos...copy Center, Horizon Home Healthcare and the Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute.Penn State Health shares an integrated strategic plan and operations with Penn State College of Medicine, the University’s medical school.