Bariatric Surgery APP at Catholic Health System

SUMMARYThe 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.EMPLOYMENTFull Time, 8:00am – 4:30pm Monday thru Friday; hours may very on surgical daysAnnual salary range: $53.59/hr - $80.39/hrBenefits include PTO, medical, dental and vision coverage403(b),CME allowance, occurrence based malpractice insuranceNon-Profit Organization, eligible for PSLFEpic EMREDUCATION – PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTGraduate 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 LicenseValid certification by the NCCPA as developed by the National Board of Medical ExaminersCurrent CPR certification and biannual certification requiredACLS certification preferredValid DEA certificateEXPERIENCEExperience in a Surgical practice setting preferredOne (1) year of recent experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant preferredKNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITYAbility to handle multiple priorities in a stressful situationCertification in CPR and annual re-certification requiredACLS certification preferredWORKING CONDITIONSWork is demanding and stressful at timesVisual and auditory acuity are essentialWorks indoors in a well-lit, well ventilated areaMay be exposed to communicable diseasesOn-call coverageCATHOLIC HEALTHCatholic 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 YORKBuffalo 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 NIAGARAIs #10 in the USA for least expensive places to live and is the 2nd largest city in New York State.Has an average commute of 20 minutes.Enjoy 24 performance TheatersBrowse over 40 Museums and 50 Art GalleriesBoasts an amazing Olmsted Park SystemHas incredible architecture, with 80 buildings on the National Register of Historic PlacesFeatures outstanding quality restaurants, with strong variety and easy access. Has over 100 direct flights daily, both domestic and international, for easy travel.Has only 4.25 hours of ground stop annually at the Airport.Is the City of Good Neighbors.