Surgery - General Physician Assistant

Overview

Lexington, the Horse Capital of the World, is a picturesque city surrounded by horse farms known for our bourbon, street art, nightlife, food, shopping, architecture, history, craft beer, schools, music, and the friendly people. Located conveniently on the interstate 75 and interstate 64 corridor, Cincinnati, OH and Louisville, KY are only a short hour away for a more urban atmosphere. Lexington has been ranked in the US News and World Report's Best Places to Live.

CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, includes 275 providers delivering quality care to patients across 88 locations in central and eastern Kentucky. Our full-service network delivers a variety of primary care services including family, internal, geriatric, and pediatric medicine in addition to several specialties to deliver custom care based on the unique needs of our patients.

Saint Joseph Hospital, a cornerstone of healthcare in Lexington, Kentucky, boasts a rich history spanning over a century. Its journey reflects the evolution of medicine, the changing needs of the community, and the enduring spirit of service. SJH became a pioneer in the region, introducing new technologies and treatments, including the first open-heart surgery in Kentucky in 1963. Today, Saint Joseph Hospital remains a leading healthcare provider in Lexington, offering a wide range of services, including advanced surgical procedures, cancer care, and heart and vascular care.

Job Description

• Understand, support, and implement the mission of the facility to deliver health care to those in need in the performance of all job responsibilities.
• Ensure that patient care meets or exceeds the facility quality standards.
• Ensure that patient satisfaction meets or exceeds standards set by the facility.
• Educate patients on both clinical and managed care.
• Participate in clinic and network task forces as requested and appropriate.
• Function as an effective clinic team member.
• Meet productivity standards.
• Effectively use clinic financial and other performance information.

Additional Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values, and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.
• Adheres to and exhibits our core values: Reverence: Having a profound spirit of awe and respect for all creation; Integrity: Moral wholeness, soundness, uprightness, honesty, and sincerity as a basis of trustworthiness; Compassion: Feeling with others; Excellence: Outstanding achievement and continually surpassing standards to achieve/maintain quality.
• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times.
• Adheres to organizational and department-specific safety standards and guidelines.
• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members.
• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff, and the broader healthcare community.

Qualifications

• Physician Assistant must complete Physician Assistant program and must be certified.
• Candidate must be appropriately licensed as an NP/PA or eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of KY as appropriate.

Pay Range

$42.49 - $71.38/hour