Opportunity Criteria
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- As a member of the healthcare team, is responsible for providing advanced assessment, differential diagnosis, clinical decision making and initiation of treatment in collaboration with the attending Cardiac, Vascular and Thoracic surgeons.
- Clinical activities are authorized and performed under the supervision but not necessarily in the presence of a physician member of the medical staff. Prescriptive authority is a delegated privilege under the collaborating physician.
- Assists pre-, intra, and post-care of all cardiac and thoracic patients. Prepares and records patient histories, performs rounds and physical examinations, records discharge summaries, assists in all surgical procedures, performs endoscope vein and radial artery harvesting intra-operatively and formulates post-operative treatment plans for patients.
- Specific procedures within the specialty are individually credentialed, based on background training and experience.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Requires a Bachelors Degree; completion of an AMA approved Physician Assistant or Surgeon's Assistant program.
- Michigan state licensure and continued certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA)
- Current basic and advanced cardiac life support (BLS / ACLS) certification.
- Cardiothoracic and vascular critical care or surgical experience is preferred.
- 1 year of previous First Assist experience
- Requires good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills as well as organizational skills, familiarity with computers, and excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
- Ability to react to crisis situations quickly and effectively using department protocols and guidelines.
About Henry Ford Macomb Hospital
Since its opening in 1899, Henry Ford Macomb Hospital has been a committed leader in improving health in Macomb County and surrounding areas. The hospital’s specialty care includes nationally recognized heart care, Level II trauma services, a primary stroke center, comprehensive cancer care, inpatient rehabilitation and a birthing center. With the 2023 addition of a 225,000 square foot, five-story tower, nearly 80 percent of its 366 patient rooms are private.
About Henry Ford
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint area locations, Henry Ford now offers care in 550 locations, including 13 acute care hospitals, 3 behavioral health facilities (featuring 2 world-class addiction treatment centers), a state-of-the-art orthopedics and sports medicine facility, and multiple cancer care destinations, including the Brigitte Harris Cancer Pavilion in Detroit.
Our full continuum of services spans from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, complemented by a health insurance plan, home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, and eye care. Henry Ford Health is powered by 50,000 dedicated team members committed to delivering exceptional care and fostering innovation.
Based in Detroit, we're leading the Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment centered on reimagining our academic healthcare campus. Our mission extends beyond patient care to include cutting-edge research and education, with a focus on innovation, population health, and complex care.
For those interested in joining our team, learn more about career opportunities at henryford.com/careers.
Facility & Address
Henry Ford Macomb Hospital
- Clinton Township MI 48038
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Linda Ball Senior APP Recruiter
- Phone:313-573-3964
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