Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

Emergency Medicine Advanced Providers

Become a valued member of your emergency team. As an Advanced Provider, you play a critical role in our mission to improve lives in the Emergency Department and are a valued member of the full care team. At Vituity, we know the impact you can have.

Job Description

• Seeking Emergency Department/Urgent Care Center physician assistants and nurse practitioners
• ED/UCC experience preferred
• New grads with strong emergency or paramedic/EMT experience will be considered
• Current national certification and DEA required
• Current KS state license, PALS, and ACLS are a plus
• Providers will rotate between Ascension Via Christi Hospital - St. Joseph, Ascension Via Christi Hospital - St. Teresa, and Ascension Via Christi Hospital - St. Francis

The Practice

Ascension Via Christi Hospital St. Francis - Wichita, KS

• 801-bed facility with a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, burn unit, and tertiary care center
• 30-bed main ED with an annual volume of 55,000+ and all backup specialties
• Vituity scribe assistance for physicians
• Accredited Chest Pain and STEMI Center and Bariatric Center of Excellence
• Candidates wanting to work in an academic setting with current residents desired

Ascension Via Christi Hospital St. Joseph - Wichita, KS

• A 281-bed facility that features high-risk maternity services and a Level II neonatal ICU
• Annual ED volume of 45,000
• This location is amongst Kansas' busiest EDs
• Recipient of Vituity's Practice of the Year Award in 2023

Ascension Via Christi Hospital St. Teresa - Wichita, Kansas

• A 68-bed facility and the only community hospital serving the West Wichita Area
• 14-bed ED and Level III Trauma Center
• Annual ED volume of 20,000 and admit rate of 15-20%
• Vituity scribe support for physicians
• Houses a full-service ED, Medical/Surgical ICU, rehabilitation unit, and one da Vinci Robotic Surgical system
• Accredited Geriatric ED

Rock Regional Hospital - Derby, Kansas

• 6-bed Emergency Department with a 15% admit rate
• Annual volume is 10,000 with an average of 25-30 patients per day
• Cerner EMR
• Mostly 8-hour physician shifts

Community Overview

Wichita, Kansas, is a fantastic place to work and live, with a friendly community, affordable cost of living, and a blend of urban and outdoor activities. Known as the "Air Capital of the World," Wichita has a strong aerospace industry and diverse career opportunities across fields. The city offers beautiful outdoor spots like the Arkansas River Path and Botanica Wichita, a botanical garden with seasonal displays. Downtown is lively, featuring local restaurants, shops, and attractions like the Museum of World Treasures and Exploration Place. The Keeper of the Plains, a famous riverside sculpture, is a must-see, especially at sunset. Nearby, residents can explore the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve or take a quick trip to Kansas City's entertainment scene.

Benefits

Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most and support your needs of today and your plans for the future.

• Superior health plan options
• Dental, vision, life and AD&D coverage, and more
• Top Tier 401(k) retirement savings plans that offer a $1.20 match for every dollar up to 6%
• Variety of Pre-Tax Savings Accounts including HSA, FSA, Dependent Care, and Commuter Benefits
• Time off when you need it: Start with 4 weeks PTO annually and increase to 6 weeks with tenure, plus generous sick leave
• Flexible scheduling for work/life balance
• Yearly annual cash bonus
• Professional Expense Reimbursement for medical staff dues, state licenses, DEA license, and national recertification fees
• Up to $1,500 annual allowance for medical education courses and professional memberships
• Student Loan Refinancing Discounts
• EAP, travel assistance, and identity theft included
• Free education opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Several wellness programs that focus on provider wellbeing and health
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives including LGBTQ+ History, Dia de los Muertos Celebration, Money Management/Money Relationship, and more
• Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees

We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us.

Vituity appreciates differences; our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion is at the heart of our organization. Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.

Benefits for part-time and per diem vary. Please speak to a recruiter for more information.