AHMG General Surgery at Altamonte Springs - PA-C

AdventHealth Medical Group is associated with the largest Protestant not-for-profit healthcare system in the world, AdventHealth and a national leader in quality, safety and patient satisfaction. AHMG’s advanced practice providers manage the treatment and care for our patients in the practice setting, as well as at AdventHealth’s eleven campuses in Altamonte Springs, Apopka, Celebration, AdventHealth for Children, East Orlando, Kissimmee, Orlando, Winter Park, Waterman, Winter Garden, and AdventHealth for Women 

AdventHealth Medical Group General Surgery at Altamonte Springs

Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Full-Time Opportunity

AdventHealth Medical Group General Surgery at Altamonte Springs is looking for a Physician Assistant to join our growing general surgery team in the Altamonte Springs area. The ideal candidate would be comfortable working with multiple physicians and APPs in an inpatient setting. In addition, the ideal candidate should have a good surgical foundation as well as first assist experience.

General Summary: 

The PA-C, under the supervision of the Physician, who acts as the collaborative practitioner, is responsible for:

• Patient management and surgical first assist will include the following but not limited to: Skin biopsies, I&D, Catheter removals, Complex Wound Care, Hernia Surgery, Abdominal Wall procedures, Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, and Lump & Bumps
• Performs patient histories and physical exams in the office and hospital setting: new patients, follow ups, pre/post operatively
• Handles daily patient rounds, patient education and discharge summaries
• Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests, such as routine laboratory, X-ray, Ultrasound etc.
• Monitors the patient’s course of treatment and makes appropriate referral to either a physician or specialist, as needed
• Collaborates with physician and staff as necessary to provide consistent care to patients and support to staff
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and provide services at AdventHealth Altamonte Springs
• Call rotation includes rounding

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Enthusiastic team player
• Flexible, adaptable to change
• Willingness to learn

Schedule Details:

• Schedule Details: 7 on, 7 off
• Hospitals covered: AH Altamonte Springs

Required Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies
• 1-5 years surgical experience preferred

Licensure, Certification, and Registration:

• Current, valid Florida PA license
• Certification by NCCPA or other nationally recognized certification organization
• BLS & ACLS
• Current, valid DEA license

Hospital Description

AdventHealth Altamonte Springs was established in 1973 and has grown into the leading health care provider in Seminole County. The 398-bed hospital cares for more than 200,000 patients a year, including 84,000 emergency patients, 23,000 inpatients, 2,500 baby deliveries, approximately 12,000 surgical cases, and 98,171 outpatient procedures. AdventHealth Altamonte Springs is known for its innovative and highly technical care, continually seeks to enhance the patient experience through unique offerings such as a Concierge Service for patients and employees..

Community Description

AdventHealth is conveniently close to many gorgeous homes, downtown urban living, shopping, and great schools. As one of the most visited American cities, Orlando has world-class attractions including Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, and easy access to both coasts for numerous world renown beaches. Orlando is home to major league soccer (Orlando City Lions), NBA basketball (Orlando Magic) as well as University of Central Florida sports. The city also has many public and private universities and colleges. The Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts hosts variety of musical and theatrical performances throughout the year. 

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At AdventHealth, Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ is our mission. It calls us to be His hands and feet in helping people feel whole. Our story is one of hope — one that strives to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit.

More than 95,000 skilled and compassionate caregivers in physician practices, hospitals, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies and hospice centers provide individualized, wholistic care.

Our Christian mission, shared vision, common values and focus on whole-person health is our commitment to making communities healthier with a unified system: 50 hospital campuses and hundreds of care sites in diverse markets throughout nine states.

Orlando is known as the City Beautiful. There is much more than theme parks here! Our community is culturally diverse and a great place to raise a family. We have excellent public and private schools. Orlando is also the setting for several colleges and Universities, including the University of Central Florida.  We are home to multiple theaters, art museums, art festivals and film festivals. We are well known for our excellent restaurants. We have a vibrant sports community with national teams like the Orlando Magic Basketball and Orlando City Soccer Club. We offer year round pleasant weather for outdoor fun and are only an hour away from some of the most scenic beaches in the Southeast.

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