Surgical First Assist NP/PA needed in NY

Job description

Surgical First Assist NP/PA needed in NY
August dates needed! 8/6-8/8, 8/21-8/28
Opportunity for 1-2 weekends of call per month (Fri 5pm-Mon 7am)
Rounding Sat+Sun 8am-12pm
Opportunity for weeknight call 4 shifts per month (5pm-7am)
MUST have NY license, MUST have recent 2 yrs experience with procedures below.

Facility will likely need someone full time until the end of the year!

Procedures:
Cauterizing wounds and vessels
Packing sponges in body
Positioning patient to maintain circulation and access for surgeon
Placing clamps and sutures
Closing skin with adhesives, sutures, or staples, etc.
Applying direct pressure on veins and tissue
Performing or aiding in patient suction, drainage, and irrigation
Hemostasis: The stopping of excess bleeding and blood flow
Immobilizing patients on the operating table
Assignments for this position will include a combination of Surgical First Assist Operating Room time and Surgical Floor coverage.
Medical Surgical Floor coverage includes assisting with rounding and progress notes, managing orders, discharges, and consults.
Will work primarily with General Surgery, OB/GYN, and Orthopedic patients.

• Clinic and Call
• Ongoing