Physician Assistant

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Physician Assistant

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital · Oakland, CA

Allied Health/Advanced Practice

Full Time, Day Shift, 40 hrs/week Mon-Fri

Salary Range :$87.89 – $110.81 per hour DOE.

Shift differential may apply.

Req # 24267

Position Summary:The Physician Assistant is an integral part of the surgical team, performing assessments of 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.

Position Requirements:Education: 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: $87.89 – $110.81 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• How much experience do you have in Pediatrics?
• Do you have at least 1-2 years of Physician Assistant experience?

Ability to Commute:

• Oakland, CA 94609 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oakland, CA 94609: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person