Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

    Posted 18 hours ago
    Sacramento, CA · Onsite

    Full Time

    Onsite

    About the job

    Physician Assistant

    To provide independent advanced practice provider clinical expertise to patients and their families on an ongoing 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 hand, upper extremity, and wound-related conditions (e.g., hand infection, wrist fracture, nerve laceration, and traumatic or chronic wound). 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. PAs are expected to act as an expert resource person for health care providers including nurses, residents, and other ancillary staff.

    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.

    Job Description

    • Outpatient responsibilities (35%)
    • Inpatient responsibilities (35%)
    • Professional development (10%)
    • Coordination and collaboration (10%)
    • Education/research (5%)
    • Quality (5%)

    Requirements

    • Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
    • National PA board certification in an aligned specialty with the practice area
    • American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
    • American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
    • California Licensed Physician Assistant (PA)
    • Graduation with a master's degree or PhD from an accredited Physician Assistant program
    • One year or greater experience as a Physician Assistant in Orthopedics, including hand surgery
    • Must have experience independently performing related procedures
    • 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
    • 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

    Benefits

    Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources, and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial, and career goals.

    • High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs
    • UC pays for dental and vision insurance premiums for you and your family
    • Extensive leave benefits including pregnancy and parental leave, family & medical leave
    • Paid holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
    • Paid time off/vacation/sick time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
    • Paid time off for professional development as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
    • Continuing education (CE) allowance and education reimbursement program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
    • Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
    • WorkLife and wellness programs and resources
    • On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
    • Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, and legal coverage
    • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
    • Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including pension and other retirement saving plans

    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

    Ability to work flexible hours. References reflect an overall meet or exceeds.

    Special Requirements

    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 offer is contingent upon your successful completion of an Employment Misconduct Disclosure review where you will be required to disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that you 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. 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.

    Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

    At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan, and strategic vision for research and education.