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(PA) Sr. Physician Assistant - East Campus Surgery

UC San Diego, Oakland, California, United States, 94616


(PA) Sr. Physician Assistant - East Campus Surgery - 133376

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Job Description

Filing Deadline: Wed 12/18/2024 UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 12/9/2024 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 12/18/2024. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. DESCRIPTION

The Physician Assistant (PA) will follow standardized advanced practice procedure guidelines to provide follow through with the care plan. Assess and provide medical care as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The Senior Physician Assistant is expected to practice consistent with Professional Standards of Practice. Collaborate judgment with off-site physician is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care. Under general supervision, the Senior PA performs operational level duties as described in the UCSD Performance Policy. The major emphasis of this position is direct patient care delivery. Assignments at this level primarily encompass management of patients who present chronic and/or episodic health problems. Assignments at this level may include responsibility for occasional community teaching programs, participation in program planning and development of patient education information. May perform other related duties as assigned. First assist in operating room for all surgical specialties, urology, general, orthopedic. Assist surgeons postoperatively to include rounds, post-op orders, care coordination, and assist with discharging of patients. While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a graduate from a physician assistant program approved by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).

California Physician Assistant (PA) license.

Current PA Certification from NCCPA.

BLS and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get ART within six months of hire date.

A minimum of two (2) years of inpatient first assisting experience in perioperative or surgical services as a Physician Assistant.

Ability to perform initial history, physical examination, identify major medical problems and formulate appropriate plans of action.

Must have the ability to manage own patient load.

Must have proven knowledge of common diagnostic tests, exams and procedures used in clinic.

Must understand purpose, required supplies and/or equipment, how to perform procedures accurately, infection control and an accurate documentation of medical chart.

Ability to perform initial history, and physical examination, identify major medical problems, and formulate appropriate plans of action.

Ability to maintain detailed medical information in an organized and easily retrievable manner.

Knowledge necessary for instructing housestaff, medical students, physicians, nurses and other medical personnel in all aspects of surgical care.

Ability to properly counsel patients and families, particularly regarding perioperative risks and management.

Ability to communicate effectively with patients and other health care personnel.

Ability to maintain good working relationships and communications with physicians in-charge, laboratory personnel, and members of the health care team.

Writing skills to prepare clear medical reports, laboratory data and progress notes, as well as policies, procedures and protocols for patient care management.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Urology experience. SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Must be able to obtain UCSD Medical Staff privileges and maintain during employment. Due to advanced practice credentialing eligibility, clinical advanced practice experience must be within the last two years gained through school or work experience.

Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $153,259 - $201,889 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $73.40 - $96.69 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team! Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached. To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community. UC San Diego 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. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20 For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Application Instructions

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Payroll Title: PHYSCN AST SR Department: EC Surgery Hiring Pay Scale $73.40 - $96.69 / Hour Worksite: East Campus Medical Center (Alvarado Road) Appointment Type: Career Appointment Percent: 100% Union: HX Contract Total Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Days, 8 Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday Click Here to Apply Online

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