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Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD

Position Overview:

Delivers primary health care to patients by assessing physical and psychosocial conditions, such as acute or chronic illness or injuries, and providing medical consultation and treatment under physician supervision. Physician Assistant practice is per California Physician Assistant regulations and the delegation of service agreement between the Physician Assistant and the supervising physician.

**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.

First assist in surgical procedures consistent with the physician specialty and the physician assistant’s training. Documents per institution’s requirements.

Performs history and physical examinations and completes required surgical paperwork per institution requirements. Completes Electronic Health Record documentation in timely and accurate manner according to policy.

Performs minor office surgery or procedures such as cast applications, suture removal, splints, general wound care and injections consistent with the physician specialty. 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.

First assist in surgical procedures consistent with the physician specialty and the physician assistant’s training. Documents per institution’s requirements.

Performs history and physical examinations and completes required surgical paperwork per institution requirements. Completes Electronic Health Record documentation in timely and accurate manner according to policy.

Performs minor office surgery or procedures such as cast applications, suture removal, splints, general wound care and injections consistent with the physician specialty. 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

Masters or equivalent education/experience

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

PA-Physician Assistant

CSRC-Controlled Substance Registered Certification (DEA) with CAPA CS certificate

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

National Board Certification

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

6 months related clinical experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

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, preferred

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

Math aptitude skills: i.e calculation of drug doses

Computer skills to include entering accurate information into practice management and electronic health record

Ability to lift and position patients properly using best practices

Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions

Active listening skills

Ability to sit or stand for long periods

Applies mental application and concentration to handle varying procedures and interruptions

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:

Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Exempt

Weekly Hours:

32

Employee Status:

Regular

Employees 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.

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

Pay Range is $91.66 to $128.32 / 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._