Physician Assistant -Cardiac Surgery

Department: 61005034 AHMHI Cardiac Surgery Providers Shift: Day (United States of America) Hours: 40 Contract: Non-Union Weekend Rotation: Occasional Job Profile Summary: Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities:

• Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
• Consults with physician when patient needs outside of Nurse Practitioner scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.
• Participates in health care team.
• Promotes communication within the team and other interdisciplinary health care staff.
• Acts as resource to members of the team.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree – Completion of accredited Physician Assistant program

Preferred Qualifications:

• New graduates may be considered. OR experience or First Assist experience required.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Licensed Physician Assistant – MN Board of Medical Practice required upon hire
• Active MN NP/PA license (or ability to obtain).
• BLS certification required with in 180 days of hire.
• Ability to meet criteria/qualifications for credentialing and hospital privileges.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain MN DEA certification and National Provider Identifier (NPI).

Physical Demands:

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weightUp to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently

Additional Job Description:

Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute is seeking a Cardiac Surgery Physician Assistant to join the practice at United Hospital in St. Paul

• 1.0 FTE
• Monday – Friday to meet department needs.
• On call rotation for surgical emergencies.
• Weekend rotation
• Average of 2 holidays / year.
• EMR: Excellian ( Epic) is one of the most comprehensive electronic health record (EHR) systems in the nation