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　　Physician Assistant

　　The Pediatric Orthopedic Group is looking to hire a Physician Assistant to join our team. This APP would partner with one our leading pediatric solid tumor and lower extremity deformity surgeon, Dr. Alexandre Arkader. This candidate would work in a multidisciplinary team approach with oncology, interventional radiology, physical therapy and orthopedics to help care for these complex patients. Previous experience in oncology is preferred but not required.

　　A Brief OverviewProvide clinical and follow-up care as a Physician Assistant at CHOP. Under the direction of a supervising physician, you'll work with a patient population that matches your scope of practice and skill set collaborate with a range of healthcare professionals and engage in professional development, education, and research.

　　CHOP's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionCHOP is committed to building an inclusive culture where employees feel a sense of belonging, connection, and community within their workplace. We are a team dedicated to fostering an environment that allows for all to be their authentic selves. We are focused on attracting, cultivating, and retaining diverse talent who can help us deliver on our mission to be a world leader in the advancement of healthcare for children.

　　We strongly encourage all candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.

　　Responsibilities

　　Manage a cohort of patients, perform and document daily assessments, collect data, and analyze findings to inform family-centered plans of care.

　　Perform advanced procedures listed in the Scope of Practice and approved as a part of the credentialing process.

　　Serve as a consultant and educational resource to patients, families, students, and multidisciplinary healthcare team members.

　　Participate in scholarly activities and maintain required competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate educational offerings.

　　Address safety issues and demonstrate shared accountability for safe practice.

　　Education

　　RequiredBachelor's degree- Physician Assistant

　　Skills and Abilities

　　Ability to work in a team setting with multiple responsibilities

　　Ability to use computer and electronic medical records effectively

　　Licenses and Certifications

　　Required upon hireLicensed Physician Assistant - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board orNew Jersey State Licensing Board depending on location

　　Required upon hireCertified Physician Assistant PA-C - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

　　Required within 3 monthsPrescriptive Authority - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board or New Jersey State Licensing Board depending on location

　　Required upon hire Basic Life Support BLS

　　Required upon hirePediatric Advanced Life Support PALS

　　Required upon hireNeonatal Resuscitation Program NRP

　　Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability or protected veteran status.