Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

Department: 34009950 AHCI Cancer Center Saint Paul
Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America)
Hours: 40
Contract: Non-Union
Weekend Rotation: Occasional
Job Profile Summary: Based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota, with 90+ clinics, 10 hospitals/13 campuses throughout the region including western Wisconsin, Allina Health operates in one of the nation’s most vibrant, livable areas. A place where you can build the career you want—and you and your family can be part of a thriving community. Allina Health is embarking on a transformational initiative to improve care for the 17,000 people diagnosed with cancer each year in the Twin Cities. The vision for the Allina Health Cancer Institute centers on value creation through coordination of the full continuum of oncology – from prevention/ detection through treatment and survivorship. The Institute is unique in the region and empowered to direct substantial investments in cancer facilities, clinical and research programs, and strategic partnerships. Importantly, the Institute oversees cancer care across the entire health system, ensuring that consistently exceptional outcomes are delivered in any setting where patients access cancer care. This model – tested and refined nationally at other large “hybrid” cancer programs –provides high-quality cancer care close to home.
Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities:

• Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
• Orders and interprets medical diagnostics in tandem with attending physician.
• Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment.
• Conducts patient education when working to manage chronic illness or wellness care.
• Refers for specialty care when determined.
• Consults with physician when patient needs outside of Physician Assistant scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.
• 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. Prefer a minimum 2 years experience in oncology/thoracic surgery.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Master’s degree completion of accredited Physician Assistant program required.
• Certified Physician Assistant (NCCPA) – National Commission Certification of Physician Assistants within specialty upon hire required.
• MN PA license or ability to obtain.
• BLS certification required within 180 days of hire.
• Drug Enforcement Administration upon hire required.

Physical Demands:

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

Additional Job Description:

The Allina Health Cancer Institute is seeking a Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to join the practice.

• Full-time position. Monday-Friday position. This role will practice at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis and United Hospital in St. Paul.
• Team includes 3 Thoracic Surgeons and 2 Physician Assistants.
• The role includes clinic, inpatient and the OR.
• EMR: Excellian is one of the most comprehensive electronic health record (EHR) systems in the nation.