Physician Assistant II (Specialty) - Medical Group APPs

Physician Assistant II (Specialty) - Medical Group APPs - Full Time 10 Hour Days (Exempt) (Non-Union) Los Angeles, CA Essential Duties: Assists surgeon during surgical procedure. Perform first assistant surgical duties, including tissue retraction and suturing. May perform additional surgical duties/procedures based off specialty training and privileges approved by medical staff. (Accounts for at least 50% of Job Accountability) Obtains detailed and accurate medical histories from patients; generally, this is confirming data that has been received preoperatively. Performs appropriate physical examinations, delineates problems, and records the information. Develops and implements patient management plans, including the coordination of referrals to specialty and social services, the recording of progress notes and the provision of continuity of care in the preoperative and postoperative care period. Orders appropriate laboratory, diagnostic and radiographic studies along with indicated procedures. Orders therapies to include PT, OT, ST and Respiratory. Orders medications and consultations with other services and medications. Performs and / or interprets common laboratory, radiological, cardio graphic and other routine diagnostic procedures used to identify pathophysiological processes. May perform additional procedures in the clinic or hospital setting based off privileges approved by medical staff Helps preoperatively and postoperatively with care coordination of the patient. Provides continuity of care in the management of complex illnesses and injuries under the supervision of a physician. Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance, especially in the postoperative period; this might also include members of the patient’s family in certain circumstances. Facilitates the referral of patients to other health and social service agencies when appropriate. Ensures billing for services rendered is completed and accurate. Acts as a mentor and/or preceptor to new/student physician assistants within the department or clinic Help participate or lead quality initiatives, process improvement projects, or research within the department or clinic Performs other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: Req Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant Program. Req 3 years 3+ Years Experience Required Req Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service. Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients. Req Organization/time management skills. Req Excellent analytical, problem-solving, planning and evaluation skills. Preferred Qualifications: Pref 3 years 3+ Years Experience in Surgical Specialty Preferred Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Physician Assistant - PA (CA DCA) Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only) Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Req Drug Enforcement Administration Current Controlled Substance Course Certificate or obtain within 3 months of hire Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Certificate issued by the US Department of Justice for Schedule II-V controlled substances. The annual base salary range for this position is $174,720.00 - $288,288.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. Job ID REQ20171585 Posted Date 02/05/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr Veterans in Healthcare