Pain Management Physician Assistant

Job Title: Physician Assistant

Location: San Andreas, California

Overview:

Mark Twain Medical Center, a member of Dignity Health, embodies the principle of dignity by providing excellent care with respect for all individuals. Since opening on August 26, 1951, Mark Twain has delivered high-quality health care to the residents of Calaveras County. Our facility is equipped with expert staff and state-of-the-art technology to meet the community's evolving needs. We are committed to the values of dignity, collaboration, justice, stewardship, and excellence. Situated in an outdoor paradise and wine country in the Sierra foothills, local activities include hiking, snow skiing, mountain biking, fishing, boating, and world-class river rafting and kayaking.

Responsibilities:

• Perform assessments, diagnostic, and therapeutic tasks and procedures under the supervision of a physician, acknowledging the patient's age.
• Plan, prescribe, and treat in accordance with written protocols and within the supervising physician's competency area.
• Report to the supervising physician for medical concerns and the Area Director for other matters.
• Fulfill the Mission of the Organization, demonstrating behavior consistent with Core Values.

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft
• Adoption Assistance
• Free Premium Membership with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Retirement Programs
• Wellness Programs
• New Grads Welcome to Apply
• Schedule: 10-hour shifts/4 days a week; 14-17 patients per shift

Assignment:

• Outpatient Clinic
• PA not expected to escalate opiate doses, typically done by the physician.
• Procedures optional; physician willing to teach if PA is interested.
• Clinic willing to adapt around PA's skill set.
• Collegial Culture
• EHR: Cerner PCA

Additional Benefits:

• CME Hours
• Matching Retirement Plans

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant training program.
• Minimum Requirements:
  • Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
  • Current California PA license from the California Medical Board Physician Assistant Examining Committee.
  • Must be CPR certified; ACLS and PALS preferred.
• Preferred Experience:
  • Preferably 2 years of experience in pain management, orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, neurosurgery, neurology, or physical medicine and rehabilitation.
• Special Skills:
  • Ability to take medical history, assess medical condition, and interpret findings.
  • Ability to prepare and maintain records, write reports, and respond to correspondence.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with patients, clinical staff, and the public.

Pay Range:

$56.82-$82.39 per hour