Cardio-Thoracic Surgery

The Position

• Performs the professional, clinical and technical competencies of a PA-C in the CTS Department with the ability to be First Assist in the OR
• Evaluates medical problems of clients and appropriately request consults to other specialties when indicated
• Provides education to patients and families about preventive care, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and medications
• Creates diagnostically appropriate treatment plans
• Refers complex and high priority cases to collaborating physician with regards to diagnostic problems, serious illness, complicated therapeutic problems and re-evaluation of chronic conditions
• Provides medical and emergency interventions appropriate to client needs; prescribes and monitors medications, orders and monitors the appropriateness of emergency interventions

   

  Qualifications

  • Current PA-C license for the State of Kansas and Missouri
  • Advanced practice PA certification required
  • BLS Certification required
  • ACLS
  • Previous PA-C experience with First Assist in OR highly desired

     

    About The University of Kansas Hospital

    • 910-bed academic medical center
    • 12th consecutive year ranking with U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Hospital” designation
    • Consistently earns national recognition for outstanding quality and safety
    • “Best Hospital” in Kansas City for the 7th time and “Best Hospital” in Kansas for the 5th time (the only hospital to have received these awards since their inception)
    • Magnet-designated by ANCC since 2006

       

      About Kansas City

      • The Kansas City metropolitan area has a bistate population of more than 2 million
      • A hidden gem winning the award of America’s 4th Most Cultured City by Travel + Leisure Magazine
      • Affordable housing, including downtown lofts, suburban neighborhoods and rural properties
      • A robust arts scene, including symphony, ballet, theatre and museums
      • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy a variety of professional and collegiate sports
      • Outdoor activities abound year-round with more than 600 parks and 24 public lakes