Physician Assistant / First Assist

LOCATION : WICKENBURG, AZ

Wickenburg Community Hospital is a beautiful and sophisticated rural-access hospital located in Wickenburg, Arizona. WCH is a 8-bed Emergency Department, 19-bed Acute department and many ancillary services. We also have 3 Primary Care Clinics. Here at WCH, we strive to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and care. Join us today and let us be part of your success story.

We offer :

• Full Benefits
• PTO / Sick Leave
• Wellness Benefits

Wickenburg Community Hospital is a non-profit organization and qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

General Description

The Physician Assistant / First Assist shall provide medical and administrative services to meet the needs of WCH Surgical Services patients. Physician Assistant / First Assist shall always provide only those professional services that Physician Assistant is qualified to deliver and shall provide such services in a manner that is consistent with the patient's best interests.

Essential Job Duties

Function as First Assist for the surgeons as needed (primarily orthopedic cases)

Physician Assistant / First Assist shall maintain such records for a period of five (5) years from the date of service.

Other (Non-Essential) Job Duties

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

Frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, squatting; must be able to stand / walk for up to 70% of the work day; must be able to lift , transfer, turn and position residents weighing up to 125 lbs. unassisted, or with the assistance of one for a resident weighing over 125 lbs. May be subjected to offensive odors and combative behavior. Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. frequently and 50 lbs. occasionally. May be exposed to communicable diseases including the HIV and HBV viruses. Must be able to work paying close attention to detail with frequent interruptions.