Critical Care Hospitalist (PA)

Company: UIHC
Location: Iowa City
Posted on: February 19, 2021

Job Description:

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics' Department of--Anesthesia--is seeking a regular, full time--Critical Care Hospitalist--(PA) to provide care for patients who require hospitalization for the detection and treatment of illnesses within the Surgical and Neurosciences Intensive Care Unit (SNICU). Duties include:* Assess the health status of patients through history taking and physical examination* Order and interpret appropriate medical tests and laboratory values to assist in making a diagnosis* Prescribe drugs and medical devices used for patient intervention* Perform and document procedures* Document patient encounters, assessments, diagnoses and plans of care in the medical record* Initiate and assess the effectiveness of therapy for critical illness* Collaborate with other health care providers to provide and coordinate care given in the SNICU* Assist in the education of residents and medical students rotating through the SNICU* Institute quality initiatives to improve the care of critical patients* Provide information and counseling to patients and families--* Assess and order therapies as appropriate for undergoing treatment in the Hyperbaric Oxygen Facility* Monitor and intervene as indicated in patients undergoing treatment in the Hyperbaric Oxygen Facility* This position does include the responsibility to take callUniversity of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.--Benefits Highlights:* Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.Education:* Physician Assistant (PA)- Graduation from an accredited PA educational program--Certification Requirements:* PA's are required to comply with registration and licensure requirements as specified by the Iowa Board of Physician Assistant Examiners and/or hold current certification by the NCCPARequired Experience:* Demonstrated experience working effectively in a diverse environment* Excellent written and verbal communication skills are requiredDesirable Qualifications:* Prior training or specific experience in critical care with an emphasis on surgical patients/diseases is desired* Three years of demonstrated experience in area of critical care practice is preferredFor questions or additional information please contact Staci Vaske at staci-vaske@uiowa.eduSuccessful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and credential verification. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.--The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics' Department of--Anesthesia--is seeking a regular, full time--Critical Care Hospitalist&...

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