Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant) - Transplant Surgery

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    "description": "<h2>Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!</h2>\n<p>Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Learn more about living in Kansas City</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Benefits Highlights:</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Children's Mercy Benefits Guide</strong></p>\n<p>Relocation available for eligible candidates</p>\n<p>Benefits from Day One</p>\n<p>Free Onsite Covered Parking </p>\n<p>Onsite Childcare Center</p>\n<p>24/7 access to onsite Fitness Center </p>\n<p>Employee Wellness Center (on-site primary care clinic and pharmacy)</p>\n<p>Clinical Ladder Program</p>\n<p>Tuition Assistance Program</p>\n<h2>Overview</h2>\n<p>The Division of General Surgery is seeking a Physician’s Assistant to join our transplant team, a group of professionals who are committed to providing excellent care in a supportive environment. The candidate accepting this position will contribute to an active clinical and surgical practice in an education setting including medical students, surgery fellows, and residents. A minimum of 1 year experience in pediatrics is required, experience in the operating room is preferred.  If desired, a research interest will be fostered by the section and in conjunction with the new, state-of-the-art Children’s Mercy Research Institute.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the Division of General Surgery</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The Division of General Surgery within the Department of Surgery at Children’s Mercy is a leading clinical, teaching, and research program in the United States. The Division is comprised of 8 full time pediatric surgeons and 15 advanced practice providers, delivering care for approximately 7000 clinical visits and performing more than 3000 surgical cases annually. The Division of General Surgery oversees three fellowship programs, including Pediatric Surgery, Surgical Critical Care, and Surgical Scholar, as well as provides training for rotating general surgery residents. The Division of General Surgery provides Medical Leadership to Children’s Mercy Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Program (ACS), Burn Program, and Level 1 Children’s Surgery Program (ACS).</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Physician Assistants II (PA-II) provide proficient, comprehensive health care services to a defined patient population; obtaining the health history; performing a physical examination, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures; formulating and implementing a plan of care; and participating in patient and family education. Each PA II demonstrates commitment to professional leadership and provides leadership for quality & outcomes improvement activities, clinical research or evidence based practice, and organizational development.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><em>Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.</em></p>\n<h2>Responsibilities</h2>- Clinical Practice: Develops and implements a comprehensive plan of care for the patient and family which promotes optimal patient outcomes. - Professional Leadership: advances clinical care by inspiring others to positively impact the care of children and families in our local and global communities. - Evidenced-based Practice/QI/Research Inquiry: improves patient/family outcomes by utilizing evidence to translate science to practice. - Organizational Development: influences organizational policy in order to achieve and sustain practice improvements and strategic initiatives.\n<h2>Qualifications</h2>\n<ul>\n <li>Master's Degree Required and <strong>1-2 years experience 1-2 years Pediatric Physician Assistance experience.</strong> Skillful use of the electronic health record (EHR). 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A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. 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