| Opportunity
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| Specialty: |
Physician Assistant, Cardio |
| Location: Get Map |
Roanoke, VA, |
| Region: |
East , Mountainous , Metro |
| Openings: |
1 |
| Last
Updated: |
2/26/2010 |
| Location
Overview: |
Roanoke is acclaimed for its natural beauty, outdoor recreation and rich history. For several years, the Roanoke area has been voted one of the top places to raise a family. Hiking along the Blue Ridge Parkway, boating on Smith Mountain Lake, cheering on local sports teams and attending one of the many outdoor festivals or theatre offerings are just a few activities you can enjoy. |
| Offer
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| Relocation
Paid: |
Yes
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| Vacation: |
Yes
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| CME: |
Yes
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| Other
Benefits: |
Comprehensive benefits package plus paid malpractice.
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| Job
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Full time Physician Assistant opportunity available. Candidate must possess advanced knowledge and skills that qualify her/him to function as a primary health care provider. The PA serves as a member of our collaborative health care team, functioning under the direction of a supervising physician. As a physician extender, the PA obtains health histories, performs physical exams and initiates appropriate treatment for patients receiving interventional care for cardiac arrhythmias. May perform and interpret devices checks for patients with cardiac pacemakers or defibrillators. The PA uses effective verbal and written communication skills to prepare and document notes, admission and discharge summaries, and participate in medical team rounds. He/she serves as a resource in the promotion of optimal patient care, including participation in quality initiatives, clinical research projects, and staff and patient education.
Requirements:
Must be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program and be licensed as a PA within the state of Virginia.
Must be eligible for prescriptive authority in accordance with state regulations and as authorized by the Virginia Board of Medicine.
Must meet credentialing requirements and qualify for malpractice insurance and be accepted by Carilion Clinic's malpractice insurance carrier.
Acute care clinical experience is required; Cardiac or Electrophysiology background preferred.
Schedule flexibility is required to meet patient needs.
Basic Life Support certification is required. Advanced life Support certification is preferred.
Service Excellence and Quality are hallmarks of Carilion Clinic. As a team member, you will be expected to consistently deliver the best in care and customer service. As an employee, you will demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with our patients, families, visitors and with each other.
Carilion Clinic is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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| Community Overview |
| The Roanoke Valley is a metropolitan area of more than 300,000, located at the southern tip of Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains. Roanoke was ranked the eleventh best city in the US in 2004 by the annually updated publication, "Cities Ranked and Rated". Over one hundred pieces of information were considered by the authors in categories including the economy, jobs, arts and culture, education, and, of course, the low cost of living. In addition, the region offers:
Mild weather and four seasons
Bike the Blue Ridge Parkway and hike the legendary Appalachian Trail
Boating, camping, swimming at Smith Mountain Lake
Theater, symphony, ballet, opera, fine arts, and museums
Two hours to ski resorts, with chalets or five-star lodging
Award-winning schools & private schools
Roanoke County, Roanoke City and Salem City school systems have Advanced Placement classes and the international Baccaulareate program.
Nationally ranked & internationally acclaimed colleges and universities
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| Hospital Overview |
| Celebrating its 100th anniversary in 1999, Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital (CRMH) has been providing premiere healthcare services to the residents of western Virginia for a full century. In addition to offering high-tech services, the hospital is also a major teaching affiliate for the University of Virginia School of Medicine. Patients have access to nearby specialty clinics, family medical centers and a host of personalized treatment options. Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital shares staff with nearby Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital, making this one of the region's most experienced group of healthcare providers.
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| Contact
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| Contact: |
Karyn Farrell, Physician Recruiter
POB 40032
Roanoke, VA 24022 - 32
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| Email: |
kbfarrell@carilionclinic.org |
| Phone: |
(540) 224-5383 |
| Fax: |
(540) 983-1169 |
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