Bariatric Surgery APP

SUMMARY

The Advanced Practice Provider, working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary health team, is responsible for providing comprehensive care to patients by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care, seeing patients in clinic/office. Also responsible for hospital related duties such as assisting with surgery, Hospital rounding, and participating in on-call responsibilities. Participates in patient and family teaching. Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with RNFA certificate assisting in OR. All duties and responsibilities must be accomplished with the guidelines of the established protocols and in accordance with the Physician Written Practice Agreement as required by New York State.

EMPLOYMENT

• Full Time, 8:00am 4:30pm Monday thru Friday; hours may very on surgical days
• Annual salary range: $53.59/hr - $80.39/hr
• Benefits include PTO, medical, dental and vision coverage
• 403(b),CME allowance, occurrence based malpractice insurance
• Non-Profit Organization, eligible for PSLF
• Epic EMR

EDUCATION PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

• Graduate of an approved NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and CAHEA accredited Physician Assistant training program (Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the AMA)
• Valid New York State Physician Assistant License
• Valid certification by the NCCPA as developed by the National Board of Medical Examiners
• Current CPR certification and biannual certification required
• ACLS certification preferred
• Valid DEA certificate

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in a Surgical practice setting preferred
• One (1) year of recent experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a stressful situation
• Certification in CPR and annual re-certification required
• ACLS certification preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is demanding and stressful at times
• Visual and auditory acuity are essential
• Works indoors in a well-lit, well ventilated area
• May be exposed to communicable diseases
• On-call coverage

CATHOLIC HEALTH

Catholic Health is an integrated health care organization serving the Western New York area from the Canadian Border to the Pennsylvania State Line.With its headquarters in Buffalo, NY, Catholic Health has over 8,000 employees & 1,500 affiliated physicians.

WESTERN NEW YORK

Buffalo is located in Western New York State and is a beautiful waterfront city that offers all four seasons with numerous outdoor recreational activities for those seeking an active lifestyle throughout the year. Buffalo and Western New York provide many amenities usually found only in big cities, such as theater, great food, excellent schools, and diverse cultural events, all without the burden of high costs, traffic and overcrowding. It is currently experiencing a rebirth and revitalization, which has changed the landscape as well as the opportunities for fun. From breweries to beaches & bike paths to botanical gardens, Buffalo has it all!

BUFFALO NIAGARA

1. Is in the USA for least expensive places to live and is the 2 nd largest city in New York State.
2. Has an average commute of 20 minutes.
3. Enjoy 24 performance Theaters
4. Browse over 40 Museums and 50 Art Galleries
5. Boasts an amazing Olmsted Park System
6. Has incredible architecture, with 80 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places
7. Features outstanding quality restaurants, with strong variety and easy access.
8. Has over 100 direct flights daily, both domestic and international, for easy travel.
9. Has only 4.25 hours of ground stop annually at the Airport.
10. Is the City of Good Neighbors.

Compensation Information:
$53.59 / Hourly - $80.39 / Hourly