Job Description

This position is still at the proposal stage and is awaiting award.

This position will support the US Department of Veterans Affairs Critical Staffing Program. The person in this position will represent International SOS and provide services outlined below:

International SOS is looking for an individual who is an experienced Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (CTPA) to provide care for VA members and their families. The physician's assistant in cardiothoracic surgery is responsible to provide comprehensive surgical assistance, conduct patient assessments, and support pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing cardiac and thoracic procedures. They collaborate closely with surgeons and healthcare teams to ensure high-quality patient outcomes and effective management of surgical protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Cover the range of cardiothoracic services as would be provided in a state-of-the-art civilian medical treatment facility and the standard of care shall be of a quality, meeting or exceeding current recognized national standards.
• Care shall be appropriately documented in medical records in accordance with standard commercial practice and guidelines established by VHA Handbook.
• Assist in the Operating Room (OR) as the first or second surgical assistant to the resident or staff physician, helping to open and close all incisions pertinent to CT surgery, harvesting veins, and other duties as directed within defined scope of practice.
• In an emergency, pending arrival of a physician, the CTPA may perform emergency care within their Scope of Practice and according to the Milwaukee VAMC policies and procedures. The CTPA may perform any procedure; administer or order any medications that would normally be ordered; order any emergency resuscitative drugs required during an attempted Code procedure until a senior staff physician or resident physician is present.
• Perform Basic Life Support to include defibrillation and cardioversion.
• Document and sign all patient notes within 4 hours of the encounter.
• Comply with appropriate and applicable policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Examples include narcotic control and use, personnel policies, infection control, and medical records.
• Be physically present in the facility to perform the required services as specified in this task order.
• Mechanisms must be in-place to provide notification of test results for patients receiving care in accordance with VHA Directive.
• Follow all established patient safety and infection control standards of care.
• Make every effort to prevent medication errors, falls, and patient injury caused by acts of commission or omission in the delivery of care.

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements/Certifications:

• Minimum of 1 year experience performing as the first or second surgical assistant to the resident or staff physician.
• Successful completion of the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE) administered by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Applicants must possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician Assistant from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.

Education Required:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, often with a focus in health sciences or a related field.
• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program, which usually results in a master's degree.
• Board certification in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Physical Requirements:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs.

Other Special Qualifications:

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English to effectively communicate.
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
• Pass/possess VA Public Trust Clearance.

Additional information required for final submission:

• Resume
• Copy of License
• Copy of Board Certification
• Copy of AHA BLS
• Copy of AHA ACLS
• 3 completed work references
• Information on malpractice claims, termination or suspension of privileges, or information on any occurrences of removal from an assignment.

Additional Information

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Compensation | Min: $120K Max: $220K

Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.