Overview
AdventHealth Medical Group is associated with the largest Protestant not-for-profit healthcare system in the world, AdventHealth and a national leader in quality, safety and patient satisfaction. AHMG’s advanced practice providers manage the treatment and care for our patients in the practice setting, as well as at AdventHealth’s eleven campuses in Altamonte Springs, Apopka, Celebration, AdventHealth for Children, East Orlando, Kissimmee, Orlando, Winter Park, Waterman, Winter Garden, and AdventHealth for Women
AdventHealth Medical Group Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery at Celebration
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Full Time Inpatient Role
Serving AdventHealth Celebration
General Summary:
The APP, under the supervision of the Physicians is responsible for:
- APP would see patients in the clinic, including new patients, post-op, routine follow-up.
- Performs patient histories and physical exams in the office and hospital setting.
- Telehealth visits
- Meets the specific needs of the attending surgeon, often assisting several surgeons in a single practice.
- Ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic tests, such as labs and imaging.
- Monitoring the patient’s course of treatment and making appropriate referrals to other specialists, as needed
- First assist with surgeries such as Sleeve Gastrectomy, Roux-en-y Gastric Bypass and bariatric surgery revisions
- Collaborating with physician supervisor to provide consistent care to patients and support to staff.
- Always displaying a caring and professional attitude
- Post-op- Writes orders in the recovery room, talks with family, visits patients perform post op procedures and more.
- Discharge planning – Dictates discharge summaries, writes prescriptions, explain discharge instructions, confirms follow-up appointments and more.
- Documenting in a timely and thorough manner.
Schedule Details:
- Main location: AdventHealth Celebration
- Schedule is Monday – Friday
- Call and weekend responsibility
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff, and patients.
- Strong communication skills
- Strong medical decision-making skills
- Bilingual or fluent in Spanish candidates are encouraged to apply
Required Education and Experience:
- Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or Nursing with RNFA Certification
- 1-3 Years of experience as a first assist in bariatric surgery, or general surgery (preferred)
Required Licensure, Certification, and Registration:
- Current, valid Florida APRN or PA license
- ANCC, NCCPA (or equivalent) certification
- Current, valid DEA License
- Current BLS and ACLS
- Surgical First Assist RNFA
Hospital Description
AdventHealth Celebration is a 317 bed, state-of-the-art hospital that serves as a showcase of innovation and excellence in healthcare. Our reputation for delivering highly efficient, patient-focused and cost-effective care allows us to achieve optimum health and wellness for patients with an emphasis on healing the whole person - mind, body and spirit. AdventHealth Celebration has been serving the residents of Osceola, Orange, Polk and Lake counties, and patients from around the world.
Community Description
AdventHealth is conveniently close to many gorgeous homes, downtown urban living, shopping, and great schools. As one of the most visited American cities, Orlando has world-class attractions including Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, and easy access to both coasts for numerous world renown beaches. Orlando is home to major league soccer (Orlando City Lions), NBA basketball (Orlando Magic) as well as University of Central Florida sports. The city also has many public and private universities and colleges. The Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts hosts variety of musical and theatrical performances throughout the year.