Surgery - General Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant/Nurse Practioner

• 13 Week assignment in Grand Forks ND
• $80 per Hr. 40 Hrs per week

Assistance in the OR would be a necessary requirement, as rounding in the hospital and post-op acute clinic time. - See attached job descriptions for complete details.

Additional Information:

General Surgery Time in OR would be to assist the general surgeon as needed.

The traveler will work in conjunction with another NP/PA to cover 7 days a week coverage. Would not exceed 40 hours per week. No call.

Clinic time: Wednesday mornings and maybe Friday PM to start as this position is primarily to support the acute care surgery providers. Primary would be rounding on inpatient, assisting with discharge planning, discharge orders etc., taking phone calls about patients on the floor, etc.

Average cases per day: 3 8

The average number of patients seen during rounds:

The average number of patients seen per day at the clinic: 8 10 at least

Type of patients seen: Post-surgical, wound checks, post-hospital

Typical cases seen: Gall bladder, appendectomy, small bowel obstruction, and any trauma cases that come in.

Required procedures: None for APP alone will assist and receive direction from the surgeon during any surgical procedure.

May possible round in ICU/CCU with oversight from the surgeon.

Certifications:

• Physician Assistant National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Prior to Start Date HR Primary Sources
• Nurse Practitioner North Dakota Board of Nursing (NDBON) or Compact State Agreement Prior to Start Date HR Primary Sources
• Physician Assistant North Dakota Board of Medicine Prior to Start Date HR Primary Sources
• Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record Driver's License - Current State Licensed Prior to Start Date HR Primary Sources
• Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association (AHA) Within 90 days of Start Date Learning Management System Job Description 10:06 AM 01/09/2023 Page 2 of 6
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) American Heart Association (AHA)

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Implements a plan of care and performs procedures according to the Advanced Practitioner s education, training, experience, and competencies. Refers patients to specialists and therapists when appropriate and in a timely manner, ensuring

continuity of care.

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Orders and interprets lab studies and diagnostic tests to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment as appropriate. Notifies

patients promptly of test results. Collaborates with physicians, as necessary, to verify the diagnosis, identify high-risk situations,

or alert to changes in patient s status and take appropriate action.

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• Writes orders for prescription medication under the established protocol.

• Serves as a liaison and a resource for physicians, healthcare team members, patients, and families.

Participates in plans for health promotion, prevention, and maintenance for the Altru Health System, the community and

region.

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• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.