Physician Assistant - Urology - Santa Clara- Full Time

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

nOrganization:

nPAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD

nPosition Overview:

nAssesses, diagnoses, plans and implements the medical care of patients in collaboration with a physician. Functions within the full scope of licensure; accountable for the assessment, coordination delivery and evaluation of care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. Provides medical consultation including the performance of therapeutic procedures delegated by the supervising physician, assist with various procedures, provides patient education, treatment and follow-up, may complete daily rounds and as needed using an organized multi-disciplinary team approach to provide continuity of care throughout the care continuum. The Physician Assistant's responsibilities may include managing patients in an office, hospital, emergency and/or perioperative setting. Follows ambulatory care and inpatient standardized procedures, protocols, policy and procedures regulated by the State of California Physician Assistant Practice Act.

nJob Description :

nJOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

nPATIENT CARE

n• Performs patient assessments to include: obtaining basic medical information and history, reviewing patient's medical record, performing physical exam, documenting findings into patient medical record, and reporting deviations from normal findings to attending physician.

n• Provides health care services to patients under the direction and responsibility of physician.

n• Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.

n• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal.

n• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.

n• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.

n• Performs therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, and managing infection.

nADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSABILITIES

n• Communicates orally and in writing with patients, physicians and staff as indicated.

n• Provides health education and counseling to patients.

n• Accurately documents patient encounter data.

n• Provides relevant quality assessment and reports.

n• Establishes and maintains effective and seamless communication between the practice and patients’ medical providers in order to provide continuity of care.

n• Serves as coordinator for patients to access community and other resources necessary for appropriate management of medical and psychosocial factors.

nPERFORMANCE AND PROCESS IMPROVEMENT

n• Identifies, reports and contributes to performance improvement activities

n• Seeks process improvements consistent with organizational priorities and goals

n• Contributes to the development of clinical pathways, updating/maintaining physician order sets and physician preference cards

n• Collects and tracks targeted performance improvement data for projects

n• Assists with clinical effectiveness studies and projects

nEDUCATION:

nGraduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program

nTYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

n2 years of recent relevant experience.

nSKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

nDemonstrates knowledge of patient care guidelines/policy as evidenced by quality of documentation.

nMedical knowledge and skills applicable to perform within the scope of practice.

nThorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.

nWorking knowledge of electronic health records such as EPIC.

nCritical thinking skills as it relates to specialized departments this may include the ability to complete age-appropriate assessments

nCommunication skills (verbal, written and listening) with ability to work effectively across the organization, especially in situations requiring instructing, persuading, negotiating, consulting and advising.

nTechnical and analytical skills for analysis and interpretation of test procedures and results in order to determine appropriate correction actions

nInterpersonal skills with the ability to work with and collaborate across the organization and with patients and their families as needed

nAbility to effectively lead, mentor and/or develop others

nAbility to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions

nJob Shift:

nDays

nSchedule:

nFull Time

nDays of the Week:

nMonday - Friday

nWeekend Requirements:

nNone

nBenefits:

nYes

nUnions:

nNo

nPosition Status:

nExempt

nWeekly Hours:

n40

nEmployee Status:

nRegular

nEmployees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

nSutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

nPay Range is $204,630.40 to $296,691.20 / annual salary

nThe compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Worksite address

santa clara, CA, 95053, US

Who can apply

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