Neonatal Physician Assistant - PCS Advanced Practice Providers

Neonatal 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, specialty and standard practice protocols in accordance with the PA practice agreement. This may include non-invasive or invasive procedures, surgical procedures, including operative first assist per approved standardized procedures as identified by the list available on the Medical Staff Office. Patient management decisions are 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 complex patient population. Applies knowledge, experience, and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, sets priorities, and uses 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• California Licensed Physicians Assistant (PA)
• DEA within 3 months of hire
• National PA board certification in an aligned specialty with the practice area
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) or UCDH-issued BLS CPR certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within 7 days of hire
• Graduation with a master's degree or PhD from an accredited Physician Assistant program, or completion of certified Physician Assistant training from an accredited program.
• Three years of full-time Physician Assistant experience working in a Level III or Level IV NICU.
• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five years or greater recent clinical experience in a Level III or Level IV NICU highly desirable
• Experience in providing care to extremely low birth weight neonates highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• 80% - Inpatient (may include some or all responsibilities listed)
• 10% - Professional Development
• 5% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice
• 5% - Education and Research

Department Overview:

UC Davis Health is at the forefront of incorporating Advanced Practice Providers (APP) as part of interprofessional care teams to support increasing numbers of complex care patients. APPs are vital parts of the multidisciplinary hospital based teams caring for our patients in specialty care throughout the UC Davis Health system.

Department Specific Job Scope:

Under the direction of the Neonatology Attending Physicians, the Neonatal Physician Assistant cares for neonatal patients with congenital anomalies, birth asphyxia, respiratory distress, preterm delivery, meconium aspiration, pulmonary hypertension and any other conditions that require admission to the NICU. The role of the Neonatal PA is to facilitate multi-disciplinary care through interaction with patients, families, housestaff, attendings and nurses. Patient care provided includes but not limited to, initiating appropriate consultations and referrals, accurate patient evaluation and care, follow-up evaluations; and, patient care planning, care education, and coordination of care.

Position Information:

Salary or Pay Range: $84.43 -$111.40 - Eligible for up to $10,000.00 sign on bonus

Salary Frequency: Hourly

Salary Grade: 138

UC Job Title: PHYSCN AST

UC Job Code: 009203

Number of Positions: 3

Appointment Type: Staff: Career

Percentage of Time: 90%

Shift (Work Schedule): 12 Hours, Days, Nights, Variable

Location: Davis Tower (HSP070)

Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals

Benefits Eligible: Yes

This position is 100% on-site

Benefits:

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis 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. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

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:

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Ability to work flexible hours

Special Requirements Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

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 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

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they 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 with a previous employer.

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