Job Information
Sutter Health Physician Assistant General Surgery in Santa Rosa, California
Organization:
SSRRH-Sutter Santa Rosa Reg Hospital
Position Overview:
Assesses, 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.
Job Description :
EDUCATION:
Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program
LICENSURES & CERTIFICATIONS :
PA-Physician Assistant
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
Other - certification based on department requirements
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
2 years of recent relevant experience.
DEPARTMENT-SPECIFIC LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS :
Memorial Hospital Los Banos;200-Sutter Central Valley Hospitals-Surgical Services: ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Menlo Park Surgical Hospital;378-Palo Alto Med Fdn-Hlth,Res&Ed-Surgical Services: ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Sutter Med Cntr Castro Valley;207-Sutter Med Cntr Castro Valley-Neuroscience Administration: PA-Physician Assistant
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Demonstrates knowledge of patient care guidelines/policy as evidenced by quality of documentation.
Medical knowledge and skills applicable to perform within the scope of practice.
Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
Working knowledge of electronic health records such as EPIC.
Critical thinking skills as it relates to specialized departments this may include the ability to complete age-appropriate assessments
Communication skills (verbal, written and listening) with ability to work effectively across the organization, especially in situations requiring instructing, persuading, negotiating, consulting and advising.
Technical and analytical skills for analysis and interpretation of test procedures and results in order to determine appropriate correction actions
Interpersonal skills with the ability to work with and collaborate across the organization and with patients and their families as needed
Ability to effectively lead, mentor and/or develop others
Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link: Job Requirements (https://sutterhealth.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/JobAnalysisLibrary/EeF5lj16iuFPv2RdAnqL5vMBCx5_7optAMH4-KOR6_mL_w?e=O2a4TJ)
Job Shift:
Varied
Schedule:
Varied
Shift Hours:
8
Days of the Week:
Variable
Weekend Requirements:
As Needed
Benefits:
No
Unions:
No
Position Status:
Exempt
Weekly Hours:
0
Employee Status:
Per Diem/Casual
Number of Openings:
2
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $80.56 to $116.80 / 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.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.