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Sutter Health Geriatrics PA, Full Time (Limited Term) in Santa Cruz, California
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Organization:
PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD
Position Overview:
Under physician supervision, delivers care in post-acute setting. PA practice is per California Physician Assistant regulations and the delegation of service agreement between PA(s) and the supervising physician(s).
Job Description :
These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
Provides patient education, counseling, medication advice and follow-up instructions with referral when necessary. Performs independently or in conjunction with a provider with any office visit. Completes Electronic Health Record documentation in timely and accurate manner according to policy.
Performs history and physical examinations, evaluation and treatment, and completes required paperwork per institution requirements. Completes Electronic Health Record documentation in timely and accurate manner according to policy.
Transmits, furnishes, dispenses and administers immunization and medications consistent with California State Law and approved policies and procedures, and documents Completes Electronic Health Record documentation in timely and accurate manner according to policy.
Provides patient education, counseling, medication advice and follow-up instructions with referral when necessary. Performs independently or in conjunction with a provider with any office visit. Completes Electronic Health Record documentation in timely and accurate manner according to policy.
Transmits, furnishes, dispenses and administers immunization and medications consistent with California State Law and approved policies and procedures, and documents Completes Electronic Health Record documentation in timely and accurate manner according to policy.
EDUCATION
Master's: Physician Assistant
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
PA-Physician Assistant
CSRC-Controlled Substance Registered Certification (DEA)
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
NCCPA-National Physician Assistant Certification
DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
Affiliate: Palo Alto Medical Foundation, Department: Urgent Care & Cardiology, ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:
6 months related clinical experience.
Bilingual (Spanish)
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Medical knowledge and skills applicable to perform within the scope of practice.
Verbal and written communication skills for regular contact with young patient, adult patient, physician and staff.
Computer data entry skills to enter patient information in Electronic Health Record.
Organizational skills.
Ability to work with others in a flexible, cooperative manner.
Must be able to handle varying procedures and interruptions.
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Affiliate: Palo Alto Medical Foundation, Department: Geriatrics
Minimum 1 year related clinical experience
At least 2 years Family or Internal medicine
experience.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link:
Job Shift:
Days
Schedule:
Full Time
Days of the Week:
Monday - Friday
Weekend Requirements:
None
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
Yes
Position Status:
Exempt
Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Status:
Limited Term (Fixed Term)
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $88.56 to $117.36 / hour
The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
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