Physician Assistant - Pediatric Ambulatory Surgery

The Physician Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Pediatric General Surgeons and Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeons. The Physician Assistant will play a major role in facilitating consistent application of clinical protocols and continuity of care, utilizing the principles of evidence based practice. The Physician Assistant will work in partnership with Pediatric General Surgeons and Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeons, consultants, nursing and other members of the health care team to provide comprehensive medical assessment, management and education. This role will support the clinical activity, the associated patient care and interventions of the of Pediatric General Surgery and Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery services. This includes the Pediatric General Surgery and Pediatric Orthopedic Clinics, Pediatric Emergency Department, Pediatric Inpatient Units, and Operating Room. The Physician Assistant will provide a full range of physician assistant services, requesting consultation with appropriate physicians, clinicians, or other health care resources as indicated. The Physician Assistant will order diagnostic tests as applicable, prescribe and dispense medications as delineated by the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee.  The Physician Assistant will participate in the education of other health professional trainees as appropriate, as well as research and academic pursuits as directed by the identified Physician Supervisor.