Job Summary:

To provide direct care to surgical patients under the supervision of a physician/ surgeon either in a clinical or a hospital setting.


Essential Responsibilities:


+ Assist Surgeon during surgical procedure by carrying out surgical functions as directed by the surgeon in order to ensure optimal results to the patient in clinic, ASC and area hospitals.

+ Provide comprehensive inpatient, emergency room, pre- and postoperative evaluation, management, and care of surgical patients.

+ Develop comprehensive plan of care and review with supervising physician.

+ Assist in surgical rounds and call duties at area hospitals.

+ Participate in patient education specific to surgical procedures and post-operative care.

+ Perform medication reconciliation and help to arrange appropriate post-discharge follow up for all surgical patients.

+ Determine order, interpret and document appropriate tests, t...