Critical Care Physician Assistant

Full Time

Critical Care Physician Assistant

Enhance your career by joining us as a Nocturnal ICU Physician Assistant

Our mission in Bridgeton, Missouri, is to provide “better” in every sense – better healthcare, better teamwork, and a lasting impact on the community we proudly serve. Ready to grow your career in a place that values community and collaboration? Let’s talk.

We are hiring for a Nocturnist Advanced Practice Provider position. A Nocturnist role requires working exclusively overnight shifts. Candidates must be comfortable with a nocturnal schedule and possess the ability to deliver exceptional patient care during nighttime hours.

People First in Bridgeton

Local Team Collaboration:

  • We take pride in our established team at SSM Health DePaul Hospital providing   24/7 care to patients in the 20-bed medical and 18-bed surgical ICU.
  • Our team is comprised of practicing Intensivist physicians and Advanced Practice Providers with a diverse mix of ICU clinical practice time
  • Within the hospital, our team works closely with the multi-disciplinary team within the unit to collaboratively care for patients

Qualifications:

  • Board-certified acute care trained Physician Assistant with unrestricted license
  • Prior ICU APP practice experience – minimum of 2-3 years post-training ICU practice time
  • Ability to independently assess, examine, and provide care to critically ill patients in the ICU, including demonstrating procedural competency
  • Ability to work as a team member
  • A Missouri state license is preferred
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.
Practice in the Heart of the Community

Scheduling:

  • 12, 12-hour night shifts per month, block shift scheduling, generally 4-5 day stretches.
  • The schedule is managed as equitably as possible, providing APPs with a great work/life balance

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality, comprehensive care to medical/surgical/cardiac / neuro and cardiovascular ICU patients
  • Present and participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds in the ICU
  • Work autonomously and multitask within the critical care team
  • Commit to excellence in the clinical service and demonstrate problem-solving abilities necessary to best serve our patients
  • Must provide evidence of procedural competence with the following procedures: central lines, arterial lines, intubations, and chest tubes
  • EMR is Epic

Living and Working in the Saint Louis area:

  • Bridgeton is a second-ring suburb located in Northwestern Saint Louis and is ranked as one of the best places to live in Saint Louis. The bucolic suburban community offers a great mix of shopping, restaurants, and community parks. Bridgeton public schools are ranked above average. It is a welcoming suburb of the Saint Louis are,a conveniently located near local and international transportation hubs. The community offers a diverse array of housing options in the immediate area as well as throughout the metro Saint Louis area. New construction and historic homes abound, in addition to community-style living. Saint Louis offers a rich history and cultural diversity for individuals and families of all backgrounds.
Purpose-Driven Work with Local Impact

Bridgeton Centered Care:

Our guiding principle is patient-first care, which means we focus on the people of Bridgeton and nearby areas. You’ll be part of a team that’s making a real difference in the health of our neighbors.

Rewards and Benefits:

  • Compensation: Competitive salary-based compensation
    • Annual quality bonus incentive opportunity
    • Commencement bonus
  • Benefits:
    • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
    • 401 (k) with matching contributions after 12 months of employment
    • Paid malpractice, including full tail coverage
    • Annual CME allowance

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