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Position Description
Applications will be reviewed on an as needed basis until the position is filled. Please allow up to (2) two weeks for processing of application materials. (Postmarks and faxes not accepted.) The eligible list established by this recruitment will be used to fill current and future permanent or temporary vacancies as they arise. Exam #25/54C03/01SS
Natividad is seeking one (1) full time permanent Clinic Physician Assistant for our Cardiology Clinic. Under general direction of a physician and utilizing standardized procedures and protocols, provides professional primary health care services to patients with complex chronic and acute heart and cardiovascular conditions, in an outpatient Cardiology clinic setting. Responsibilities include conducting complete physical examinations; assessing, diagnosing and managing care of patients; ordering and evaluating diagnostic tests; formulating treatment plans and providing and managing follow-up care as permitted within scope of licensure; and performing other related clinical and administrative work as assigned.
Examples of Duties
- Under the supervision of a licensed physician, performs comprehensive medical assessment of patients in the Cardiology Clinic with real or potential acute and/or chronic heart and cardiovascular problems to determine their physical, emotional and social status by taking a complete medical history; perform a physical examination, initiate screening and diagnostic procedures; evaluate results of clinical findings and laboratory tests; establish a medical diagnosis; report any abnormalities to a physician
- Plans a program of care, in collaboration with cardiologists, hospital physicians, and/or other medical professionals as needed; orders appropriate treatments and prescribes/regulates medications per physician-agreed standards
- Identifies and manages heart and cardiovascular or other health problems in an outpatient Cardiology clinic setting; refers problems or illnesses that require immediate medical attention to the appropriate practicing physician; assumes on-going responsibility for follow-ups
- Furnish medication under the supervision of a physician and in accordance with standardized procedures; monitors individual response(s) to medication; and educates individuals and their families as needed
- Performs and monitors therapeutic procedures
- Orders, evaluates, and interprets findings of a variety of diagnostic and laboratory tests which may include: X-rays, blood counts, cardiovascular stress tests, chemistry panels, lipid panels, liver function tests, medical levels, EKG, etc.
- Teaches and counsels patients, parents or other family members regarding health maintenance in the area of cardiology; teaches individuals and families information and skills necessary to maintain and improve health; advocates for the promotion of good physical health and disease prevention
- Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated patient care; coordinates and facilitates referrals to other health or social agencies
- Reviews patient charts, records, documents, and maintains accurate records of assessments, evaluations, nursing/medical care administered, patient responses, and follow-up accurately and timely; utilizes the electronic health record system according to protocol and procedures established by the appropriate agency
- May assist in updating or developing protocols, or standardized procedures; provides leadership to subordinates and participates in administrative, and quality improvement meetings
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with legal standards and County regulations
- Performs other work as required
Examples of Experience/Education/Training
Required License: Pursuant to Section 3503 of the Business and Professions Code, possess and maintain a license to practice as a Physician’s Assistant issued by the Physician’s Assistants Committee of the Medical Board of California and Pursuant to Section 3502.1 of the Business and Professions Code possess and maintain a valid DEA number and registration.
- Within one year of appointment, must possess and maintain National Physician Assistant Certification
- Possess training, experience and certification as set forth in the hospital’s Practice Prerogative’s to practice in the fields of Family and Adult Medicine and other primary care services as may be determined by the clinics
Will have proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills & abilities: Through Knowledge of:
- Laws and regulations governing Physician Assistants
- Laws and regulations and ethical standards governing medical treatment and medical records
- Medicare and Medi-Cal regulations
- Principles, practices and procedures used in the causes, diagnosis and treatment of common health problems related to the area of practice in an outpatient or clinic setting
- Scope of responsibilities applicable under incumbent’s licensure
- Medical laws and regulations and the ethics of patient care
- Principles of health maintenance and communicable disease prevention and management
- Quality assurance and infection control practices and procedures
- Medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology
- Medications commonly used in family practice or clinical specialty including appropriate doses, indications, contraindications, side effects and adverse reactions
- Diagnostic protocols; sterile techniques; and infection control; clinical significance of laboratory test results
- Operations and care of medical equipment and instruments used in the area of specialty
- Ethics and laws, under which medicine is practiced and governed and roles and responsibilities of allied health professions
- Health care delivery systems, community resources and referral systems
Skill and Ability to:
- Perform physical assessments, including ordering, interpreting, and evaluating complex diagnostic tests and examination
- Provide health care services, which include taking a complete medical history and performing a physical examination, and other related clinical procedures; including multi-generational family assessments as needed
- Identify and manage health problems common to the area of practice
- Use common medical instruments
- Develop and implement treatment plans for patients according to prescribed policies, protocols, and scope of licensure
- Analyze, interpret, evaluate and apply appropriate procedures and protocols and determine situations requiring consultation or referral of case to a physician
- Recognize social problems, which effect health and assist in securing adjustments
- Safely administer medication; monitor and record patient’s medication usage and results
- Prepare and maintain accurate medical records, medical reports, and case histories, as needed
- Educate patients and family members about health and medical conditions, preventative health measures, medications or treatment plans
- Remain knowledgeable and proficient in medical health practices common to the area of practice
- Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms for the purpose of gathering information, explaining procedures or a variety of other matters to individuals with varying degrees of knowledge
- Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all organizational levels including patients and health care personnel, and the public
- Perform duties effectively under pressure and in stressful situations
- Adapt quickly and appropriately to a variety of situations and personalities
- Demonstrate a high degree of maturity, tact, diplomacy, compassion, integrity, initiative, and independent judgment
Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is: Education: Successful completion of approved Physician Assistant training program leading to licensure as a Physician Assistant issued by the Physician Assistant Committee of the Medical Board of California. Experience: Three to five years of experience as a Physician Assistant with demonstrated ability to provide the full scope of care for ambulatory patients in a clinical cardiology setting, with little supervision in the area of specialty.
Additional Information
- Natividad requires that all incumbents pass a pre-employment physical/medical assessment.
- Natividad will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check.
- Employees who drive on County business to carry out job related duties must possess a valid CA Driver License for the class vehicle driven.
- Employees must have and show their original Social Security Card and a valid CA Driver License or CA State ID prior to the first day of work.
- Be available to work a flexible schedule including irregular hours, variable shifts, evening, weekends, and holidays
- Work in an environment with potentially hazardous and infectious substances, such as body fluids, blood, and airborne contagions
APPLICATION SUBMISSION: A completed Monterey County Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, must be submitted for review to the Natividad Human Resources Office, 1441 Constitution Blvd., Bldg. 300, Salinas, CA. 93906 OR on-line applications may be submitted at www.natividad.com Optional resume may be attached to the on-line application or emailed separately to: [email protected]. Resume will be accepted in addition to, but not in lieu of the required application materials. For more information or to receive application materials, you may contact the Natividad Human Resources Office at (831) 783-2700. Office hours, M – F, 7:30a.m.- 5 p.m. QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL: Completed application materials will be competitively evaluated. The best-qualified applicants will be invited to participate further in the process. QUALIFICATIONS ASSESSMENT: To further assess applicants’ possessions of required qualifications, this process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercise, performance exam, or physical ability exam. ELIGIBLE LIST: Applicants successful in the Qualifications Assessment process will be placed on an eligible list for possible final selection interview. This eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies.
- If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please contact the Natividad-HR Analyst at (831) 783-2711.
- Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States.
- If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your salary will be hourly and you will not be eligible for benefits.