Physician Assistant Medical

Responsibilities:

• Provides support in acute, ambulatory, and operating room settings within the Hepatobiliary surgery specialty.
• Maintain a schedule of 5 days a week in the hospital / OR.
• On the floor, participates in patient rounding and scribing duties.
• Accurately assesses patient conditions and documents findings effectively to support charges and facilitate communication with other providers.
• Conducts comprehensive patient assessments, including evaluation of functional, mental, social, and physical conditions.
• Establishes accurate diagnoses based on patient assessments.
• Seeks consultation and/or supervision from physicians as needed to ensure proper assessment and treatment.
• Actively involves patients and caregivers in the development of treatment plans.
• Serves as a liaison between the clinic and other healthcare providers to ensure timely and comprehensive patient care.
• Assist in developing and implementing treatment plans and evaluating patient outcomes.
• Takes responsibility for clear and effective communication of patient needs, care plans, and problem resolution to physicians and other members of the healthcare team.
• Possesses the knowledge and skills to provide supervision to clinical staff as needed.

About the overseeing physician: 

Dr. Attili is a highly skilled surgeon with specialized expertise in complex gastrointestinal procedures, particularly those involving the liver, biliary system, pancreas, spleen, adrenal glands, and stomach. He is board-certified in general surgery and completed a rigorous fellowship in minimally invasive advanced gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and pancreatic (HPB) surgery at Miami Cancer Institute. Dr. Attili is committed to utilizing the latest advancements in surgical technology, including robotic-assisted techniques. Notably, he is the sole HPB-trained surgeon in the state of Arkansas.

• Must possess a current and unrestricted license as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in Arkansas.
• Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant or Surgeon Assistant program (for PAs).
• Successful completion of the PANCE exam (for PAs).
• Must have a work history and credentials that meet the requirements for malpractice insurance coverage in Arkansas.
• Recent graduates are welcome to apply.

CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, we consistently receive praise for care advancements.  

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.  

CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our employee well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

• Free Premium Membership to our Care@Work program to help employees with child care, pet care, senior caregivers, housekeepers & more.
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft 
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Paid Time Off (PTO) 
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs
• Wellness Programs

  CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, we consistently receive praise for care advancements.  

   

  CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.  

   

  CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our employee well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance.

   

  We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

   

  • Free Premium Membership to our Care@Work program to help employees with child care, pet care, senior caregivers, housekeepers & more.
  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft 
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) 
  • Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
  • Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs
  • Wellness Programs