Malignant Hematology, Cellular Therapy & Transplantation Physician Assistant

To provide independent advanced practice provider clinical expertise to patients and their families on an on-going basis. This includes the management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and specialty protocols (e.g. chemotherapy) as defined by standardized procedures for your specific department. This may include non-invasive or invasive procedures, surgical procedures, including operative first assist per approved standardized procedures as identified by the list available on the Medical Staff Office. Patient management decisions will be independent where appropriate after assessment of the patient and interdependent with consultation with an attending or other member of the team. PA’s are expected to act as an expert resource person for health care providers including nurses, residents and other ancillary staff.

Apply By Date: December 13th, 2024 at 11:59pm: Interviews and recruiting process may occur at any time.

Minimum Qualifications

• One (1) year full time, or equivalent, Physician Assistant experience in Hematology/Oncology or ICU
• California Licensed Physicians Assistant (PA)
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
• National PA board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area
• CITI certification within three (3) months of hire
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
• Graduation with a master’s degree or PhD from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Judgment skills to effectively meet the needs of patients
• Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role
• Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider

Key Responsibilities

• 80% – Inpatient (may include some or all responsibilities listed)
• 5% – Quality
• 5% – Professional Development
• 5% – Education and Research
• 5% – Coordination and Collaboration

Department Overview

The Division of Malignant Hematology/ Cellular Therapy & Transplantation (MH/CTT) is one of 14 divisions in the Department of Internal Medicine at UC Davis Health. MH/CTT is comprised of nine faculty, 19 APP’s, and both administrative, financial and research staff. Our APP unit provides both inpatient and ambulatory clinical services, working with physician providers and Hematology Oncology fellows.

Department Specific Job Scope

The role of the Physician Assistant in the Division of Malignant Hematology/Cellular Therapy and Transplant (MHCTT) includes inpatient care of pre- and post-stem cell transplant patients. Provides direct patient care to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the California Physician assistant board.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $79.61 – $105.05
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 138
• UC Job Title: PHYSCN AST
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: 12-hour variable shifts/week (M-F rotating weekends, holidays and swing shifts)
• Location: Administrative Support Bldg (HSP034)
• Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site
• This is not an H-1B visa opportunity

Benefits

Physical Demands

• Standing – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Loud noise levels – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations – Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
• Flexible hours required to support busy inpatient and ambulatory services. References reflect an overall meet or exceeds.

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
• 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.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

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