Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Inpatient Hospitalist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Are you interested in working for a leading medical practice in Northern California? Pulmonary Medicine Associates, treating patients in the greater Sacramento area for over 50 years, currently has an opening for an Advanced Practice Provider to be part of our hospital care team at Vibra Hospital in Folsom, California. APP's work closely with our physicians to provide high-quality medical care. Training provided. Full time. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Visit our website at

 
Position Highlights

· Predictable workflow

· Manage patients with complex medical needs (vent weaning, post-ICU care, multi-system chronic illness)

· Supportive interdisciplinary team including specialists, nursing, respiratory therapy, and case management

· No rapid patient turnover typical of short-stay acute care hospitals

· Journal club with PMA physicians.

· Highly desirable family-friendly community with excellent school districts and a myriad of year-round outdoor activities; a vast array of excellent dining, shopping, arts, and cultural options and sporting events.

· Close proximity to San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, the Pacific Ocean, Napa and Sonoma Wine Country.

Responsibilities

· Under the general supervision of a physician, and using established and approved protocols. 

· Provide comprehensive inpatient medical care to LTAC patients

· Coordinate care with consulting specialists and interdisciplinary teams

· Perform admissions, daily rounds, and discharges as needed

· Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the EMR

Benefits

· Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD

· 401k with generous company match

· RVU based bonus potential 

· Relocation assistance

· Malpractice insurance 

Requirements:

Education/Licensure/Certifications:

· Graduate of Accredited School offering an Advanced Degree in Nurse Practice (ARNP) and current, unrestricted California NP license OR

· Graduate from an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program and current California State Physician Assistant License, issued by Physician Assistant Board under the Medical Board of California

· Current DEA certificate without restriction

· ACLS required

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Two years related NP/PA experience preferred.

· Ability to prioritize and establish work standards and business goals.

· Ability to relate to patients, their families, and members of the healthcare team in a tactful and professional manner

· Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques

· Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment

· Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette

· Ability to provide medical services within the scope of licensing and training