Hospital Medicine Physician Assistant (PHYSCN AST)

About the role

To provide independent physician assistant clinical expertise to patients and their families on an on-going 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.

Responsibilities

• 80% - Inpatient (may include some or all responsibilities below)
• 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: Under the direction of the hospitalist service, the in-patient physician assistant will provide support for the daily management of hospitalized patients. This includes, but is not limited to, triage of new medical problems, admissions as assigned, evaluation and management of service patients, ordering medications, ordering and interpreting diagnostics, and providing support for daily progress notes or discharge functions. Provide daily support for the in-patient hospitalist service and manage assigned patient load independently without unreasonable support from physician colleagues. Complete assigned work within the space of the daily shift, support admissions as needed, complete required medical record documentation. Support patient and family transition home with patient education.

Requirements

• One (1) year of recent experience as a Physician Assistant in an adult hospital setting
• California Licensed Physicians Assistant (PA)
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
• National PA board certification (NCCPA)
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
• Current American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 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
• 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

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 by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees. High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs. UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family. Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical