POSITION DETAILS

Department: General Surgery
Location: Lewisburg, PA
Typical Work Schedule: Monday through Sunday 7pm-7am (7 on/7off)
Primary Shift: Shift 3
Work Type: 1.0 FTE (full-time, 80 hours biweekly)
Exempt: Yes

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

• Partner with experienced physicians and advanced practitioners for consults of new patients and follow-ups of established patients.
• 7-on / 7-off schedule; 7 PM to 7 AM; all inpatient in a newly renovated hospital setting. No office outpatient work.
• Will work with Vascular & Wound patients as a cross coverage; collaborate with Hopsitalists, Emergency Medicine, & OB/GYN providers.
• All encompassing role with variety & independence. Will be doing procedures (drain removal, paracentesis, thoracentists, chest tubes, I&D, central lines, a-lines), responding to codes/rapid responses, consults, OR assist, and management of surgical inpatients/admits.
• Ideal candidate would have surgical experience; however, the team will train for the right candidate. New graduates are welcome to apply if their passion is in surgery.
• Sign-on bonus and relocation provided.
• Generous CME/subscription allowance and educational days off.
• Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, Long Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D, Extended Leave, and access to 401k retirement plan.
• Paid malpractice with tail coverage included with employment.

QUALIFICATIONS
Physician Assistant
1. Two year degree in an appropriate area of study (as recognized by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.)
2. Must have State Physician Assistant Certification, accomplished through completion of Board approved apprenticeship and evaluation or graduation from Board approved P.A. program.
3. Satisfactory completion of exam (given by National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants) or must have completed necessary requirements to take test and be planning to do so.
4. Pennsylvania state police criminal record check, child abuse clearance and a FBI criminal history check required.
5. Must be CPR certified.

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
1. Must be a registered nurse licenses in state of Pennsylvania, who has successfully completed a formal nurse practitioner program approved by a national accrediting agency.
2. Certified by a national certified organization recognized by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
3. Three years experience as a nurse practitioner required, some of which may have to be in a specific clinical area. Counseling experience desirable.
4. Pennsylvania state police criminal record check, child abuse clearance and a FBI criminal history check required.
4. Must be CPR certified.

WORKING CONDITIONS
- Good manual dexterity and motor coordination to operate a variety of office equipment.
- Physical Demands are light involving walking and sitting throughout the day.
- Must be able to read, write and speak English to communicate effectively.
- Works in well lighted and ventilated areas.
- Subject to infectious diseases.
- Subject to injury from confused, combative patients, families and visitors.
- Subject to frequent interruptions.
- Universal Precautions may apply.

ABOUT EVANGELICAL
Working at Evangelical means being part of a vital tradition of service to our community. We maintain a challenging, energized work environment for our valued employees who exemplify our Core Values: Quality Service, Compassion, Respect, Professionalism, Integrity, Cooperation, and Creativity. Together, we commit to excellence every day as we strive to provide exceptional healthcare, accessible to all, in the safest and most compassionate atmosphere possible to build a healthy community.

AA/EEO STATEMENT
Evangelical Community Hospital is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.