Physician Assistant II - Medical Group APPs - Per Diem 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

Job Overview The Physician Assistant (PA) II Per Diem is a licensed health professional who practices medicine with the supervision of a physician. The PA II has greater than three years of experience as a PA and is involved in coordination of care, participation in education, and close engagement in clinical practice and patient care management. The PA II functions as a leader of our professional team by communicating, planning, and implementing care directly and with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, pharmacists, office support staff, and other advanced practice providers. Duties include obtaining patient health histories and complete physical examinations, documenting findings noting pertinent normal and abnormal findings, ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests, counseling patients on preventative care, and ordering medications. The PA II may also perform approved therapeutic or diagnostic procedures based upon patient’s clinical status and document patient preparation and response to procedure(s). The Physician Assistant Practice Agreement governs PA practice, and the PA role includes abiding by the rules and regulations of medical staff and PA certifying and regulatory bodies. Essential Duties Obtains detailed and accurate medical histories from patients; performs appropriate physical examinations, delineates problems, and records the information. Develops and implements patient management plans. Orders and/or interprets common laboratory, radiological, and other routine diagnostic procedures used to identify pathophysiological processes. Performs procedures as indicated. Provides continuity of care in the management of complex illnesses and injuries under the supervision of a physician; performs evaluation and therapeutic procedures in response to life‑threatening situations. Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance. Facilitates the referral of patients to other health and social service agencies when appropriate. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree Graduate degree from an accredited PA program 3+ years of experience as a physician assistant in a health care setting Experience with consults and H&Ps Knowledge of medical guidelines and procedures regarding examination, therapy and recovery Familiarity with advancements in medical technology and current know-how Problem‑solving skills and ability to multi‑task Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree (graduate degree from an accredited PA program) Required Licenses/Certifications Physician Assistant – PA (CA DCA) License in the state of patient location when providing telemedicine to out‑of‑state patients National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Drug Enforcement Administration Current Controlled Substance Course Certificate or obtain within 3 months of hire DEA Certificate issued by the U.S. Department of Justice for Schedule II‑V controlled substances Basic Life Support (BLS) healthcare provider from American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) healthcare provider from American Heart Association (ACLS card to be obtained within 45 days of hire if not already held, required only in hospital setting) Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – card to be obtained within 30 days of hire and renewed before expiration (required within LA City only) Compensation Hourly rate range: $70.00 – $115.50. Equal Opportunity Statement USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Southern California