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Position Summary:The Physician Assistant is an integral part of the surgical team, performing assessments of pediatric patients, coordinating work-ups, participating in rounds, performing assigned procedures, supporting inpatient case management (including orders, progress notes, and discharge coordination), performing consultations, carrying service pager and accepting responsibility for after-hour and or weekend Emergency Department call and floor coverage as assigned, and managing assigned outpatient clinics. The Physician Assistant facilitates the provision of optimum health care for patients and their families in conjunction with other health care team members.
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https://magazine.ucsf.edu/wonderful-world-3d
https://www.ucsfbenioffchildrens.org/providers/dr-alexander-lin
Position Requirements:
Additional Schedule Requirements: On call is 2 weeknights per week, 1 weekend per month, 3 days of clinic & 2 days of OREducation: Completion of Physician Assistant ProgramLicense/Certification: Licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of California. BLSExperience: Experience in pediatric patient care, required. Specialized educational preparation and/or extensive clinical experience in specialty area.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Computer knowledge. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team. Ability to work independently, problem solve, and prioritize demands. Utilization management or experience with health care provider systems. Knowledge of pediatric conditions is highly desired. Must possess appropriate evaluation techniques, and ability to develop and implement treatment plan. Serve as 1st or 2nd assistant in the OR as needed.Medical Staff Membership: Required in order to practice at this facility
Physical Requirements:Sit: Up to 6 hours/dayStand/Walk: Up to 6 hoursBend/Stoop: Up to 3 hoursReach: Up to 6 hoursRep Use of UE/Grasp: Up to 6 hrsLift/Push/Pull: 25lbs, over 25# with assistance or equipmentThis job requires the ability to hear alarms clients and/or instruction. The ability to see accurately from 20 inches to 20-ft. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function of this position.
UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital 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, genetic information, or protected veteran status. UCSF Benioff Hospital is a smoke free environment. UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital seeks candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence, and the communities we serve.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $174,720.00 – $220,265.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
- Inpatient
Medical specialties:
- Pediatric Surgery
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)
- PA-C (Preferred)
- Physician Assistant License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Oakland, CA 94609 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Oakland, CA 94609: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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