Physician Assistant Surgical Specialist/ Bariatrics

At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.

Job Title: Physician Assistant Bariatrics and General Surgery

Department: Bariatric Surgery

Position Summary:

Performs patient care both in the outpatient and inpatient settings as part of the bariatric and general surgery services. Duties include managing a clinic schedule for bariatric patients, performing physical exams, interpreting lab results, and prescribing and managing medication for both general surgery and bariatric patients. Additionally, the APP will assist in the OR with general surgery and bariatric cases (open, laparoscopic and robotic).

Candidate will actively be involved in a well-supported team of surgeons and other APP’s and will help to manage patients in house.

Essential Duties:

• Able to perform and document consults, admission history and physicals, progress notes and discharge documentation on all inpatients

• Able to perform and document clinical visits for consultations, pre and post op visits, and other follow up visits

• Interprets lab results, imaging and other diagnostic tests to form an appropriate treatment plan in conjunction with the physician

• First and second assists surgeons in the OR, for general surgery and bariatric cases.

Relevant requirements:

• Licensed, Registered or Certified in the State of Maine or able to obtain

• Graduate of accredited physician assistant program; NCCPA certified or graduate of an accredited nurse practitioner program; AANPCB certified

• Must complete 100 hours of CME every two (2) years and take the recertification exam every six (10) years.

• 2 years’ experience as an APP preferred but not required

• Previous surgical experience preferred, particularly with general, bariatric and robotic surgery

• BLS and ACLS certified

Pertinent information:

• Four 10 hour shifts per week with rotating weekends and holidays

• 28 days of sick/vacation time

• 5 CME days and $3,000 towards CME per year

• Reimbursement for 1 membership per year

At Central Maine Healthcare, We are changing the face of healthcare in Maine by providing exceptional quality and accessible care to our patients; where they are and when they need it. We recognize the need to be where our patients are; closer to their communities and offering high quality care through innovative channels. To meet the unique needs of our patient population, we have implemented tele-health and opened Maine Urgent Care and Ambulatory surgical centers within our communities. Our clinical affiliation with Mass General Hospital in Boston provides our community with the most innovative and current treatments available without having to leave Maine. As we continue to expand our services, one thing remains unchanged… our commitment to providing the best healthcare to the region’s residents. Our physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses and staff are committed to providing patients with the quality medical care they deserve!

• Work life balance with flexible schedules and Paid time off (Open Choice Time – 7 Weeks)
•  Excellent annual compensation and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Malpractice and Tail coverage, etc.
• Generous Sign-on Bonus program
• Concierge Relocation Assistance or Bonus option
• Tuition Loan Reimbursement
• Continuing Medical Education - 5 paid CME days and $3,500 for CME activities

Maine is a land full of beauty offering beautiful beaches, a rocky coastline, lakes and mountains all within driving distance. Maine has lots to offer outdoor enthusiasts throughout the year from camping, hiking, biking, swimming, skiing, etc. Within the state there is a burgeoning food, craft drink and entertainment scene. For families, Maine offers safe communities with access to rural and urban areas; as well as nearby airports, train and bus stations. Boston is just a couple of hours to the south and can be accessed by car, train or bus.

Lewiston Region: Maine’s second largest city, Lewiston and the city of Auburn sit on the banks of the Androscoggin River. Together the cities, L/A as it is referred to locally, form the cultural and business center of Androscoggin County. The cities offer a robust food, drink and arts scene along with world-class educational institutions, such as Bates College. Outdoor opportunities abound with trails, public green spaces and water access to the river and area lakes.

Bridgton Region: Bridgton is a town in Cumberland County, Maine; a resort area in Maine’s Lake Region and home to Bridgton Academy, a private preparatory school. The town is nestled among many of the state’s most scenic lakes and offers a variety of year-round outdoor recreation activities, as well as easy access to some of the area’s most significant historical and cultural sites, as well as the Atlantic coast beaches. Ski enthusiasts, in particular, will love this area for its ski slopes –these unique ski slopes, created by the townspeople in the 1930’s, spell the word “LOVE”.

Rumford Region: A beautiful, rural area, the town is located in west-central Maine’s Oxford County and is surrounded by forests, mountains, rivers, and lakes. This area boasts many recreational opportunities for boating, swimming and fishing; and it’s also home to the largest waterfall east of Niagara. The business district of the town is located on “The Island” located between the Androscoggin River and the canals. The Island features restaurants and retail stores along with the local government offices, Post Office and banking institutions.