Inpatient Vascular Neurology Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant

To provide independent advanced level physician assistant 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 practice agreements for your specific department. 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 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 Physician Assistant Practice Act.

Minimum Qualifications:

• California Licensed Physicians Assistant (PA)
• National board certification as a Physician Assistant
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
• American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 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.
• At least one (1) year experience as a Physician Assistant in an adult inpatient setting
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Judgement 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:

• Emergency Neurological Life Support (ENLS) Certification
• At least one (1) year experience as a Physician Assistant in Neurology

Key Responsibilities:

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

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:

This role is an inpatient APP dedicated to our vascular neurology service. Day-to-day expectations include working in team-based care with attendings and residents to assist with management of neurology patients with stroke and acute neurological injuries on the ward and ICU services and typical functions therein (admission, discharge, follow-up). Acute management of neurological injuries including stroke and ICH in an ED setting. Expectation for TeleNeurology/TeleStroke follow-up with attendings at remote sites.

Position Information:

Salary or Pay Range: $84.43 - $111.40

Salary Frequency: UCHRLY - Hourly Rate

Salary Grade: STEPS

UC Job Title: PHYSCN AST

UC Job Code: 009203

Number of Positions: 1

Appointment Type: Staff: Career

Percentage of Time: 100%

Shift (Work Schedule): Variable 10 hour day shifts, including weekend and holiday coverage

Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)

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.

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.

References reflect an overall meets or exceeds.

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This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment.

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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