Job ID
60638
Location
Sacramento
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Job Summary
Provide daily support of the Hand Consult/ED service and other surgical services as needed. Manage assigned patients, consults, and procedures independently. Work collaboratively with physician colleagues in the division of labor to ensure timely consults and admissions, including orders, from the ED. Perform procedures within scope of practice and standardized procedures.
To provide independent advanced practice provider clinical expertise to patients and their families on an ongoing basis. This includes the management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and specialty protocols (e.g. chemotherapy) as defined by standardized procedures for your specific department. This may include non-invasive or invasive procedures, fracture reduction and splinting, surgical procedures, including hand, upper extremity and wound-related conditions (e.g. hand infection, nerve laceration, and traumatic or chronic wound). Patient management decisions will be independent where appropriate after assessment of the patient and interdependent with consultation with an attending or other member of the team. PAs are expected to act as an expert resource person for health care providers including nurses, residents and other ancillary staff.
Provides direct patient care to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience, and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the California Physician Assistant board.
Apply By Date
December 14th, 2024 at 11:59pm; interviews may be held at any time. -Repost
Minimum Qualifications
- One year or greater experience as an Emergency or Surgical service PA required. Must have experience performing related procedures.
- Graduation with a master's degree or PhD from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- DEA within 3 months of hire.
- National PA board certification in an aligned specialty with the practice area.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
- Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Judgment skills to effectively meet the needs of patients.
- Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role.
- Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider.
Preferred Qualifications
- Three years or greater recent clinical experience as an Emergency or Surgical Service Physician Assistant.
Department Description
Patient Care Services - Advanced Practice Providers
Position Information
- Salary or Pay Range: $77.29 - $101.99
- Salary Frequency: Hourly
- Salary Grade: 138
- Payroll Title: PHYSCN AST
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Career
- Percentage of Time: 90%
- Shift Hours: 6 twelve-hour shifts per 2 week pay period, nights
- Location: Main Hospital
- Union Representation: HX
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site
Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our handy Benefits Summary and our Benefits Page.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Lift up to 25 Pounds (Light) - Frequently
- Sitting - Frequently, Standing - Frequently, Walking - Frequently, Talk or Hear - Constantly
Special Requirements
- Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider.
- Ability to work flexible hours.
- References reflect an overall meet or exceeds.
- This position is a critical position and subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks and drug screen.
- As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and our strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
