Physician Assistant - Surgical under the direction of physician, performs first assistant surgical duties, including tissue retraction and suturing. Completes pre-op tasks including physical examinations and recording health history. Being a Physician Assistant - Surgical orders appropriate laboratory and radiographic tests. Participates in daily patient rounds, writes progress notes, conducts patient education, writes prescriptions, and prepares discharge summaries Requires completion of the PANCE exam administered by National Commission of the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Additionally, Physician Assistant - Surgical requires a master's degree of Health Sciences for Physician Assistants or related. Typically reports to a physician. Requires Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C). Requires State license to practice. Physician Assistant - Surgical's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Summary: The Surgical Assistant is involved with every aspect of surgical procedures and pre-operative processes, creating an environment for the delivery of safe patient care. The surgical assistant performs clinical and technical procedures under the supervision of a licensed oral surgeon. They prepare the operatory and equipment, get the patient ready, and maintain awareness of the comfort and safety needs of patients. The Surgical Assistant is responsible for assigned non-surgical functions and practices relationship centered care in concert with The Oral Surgery Institute of the Carolinas’ values. The Surgical Assistant is expected to continually develop their skills and knowledge.
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Additional or different duties may be assigned occasionally at employer’s discretion.
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