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Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant
 University of California- Davis Health | |||||||||||||||||||||||
 United States, California, Sacramento | |||||||||||||||||||||||
 July 02, 2023 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Patient Care Services
Job Summary
We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs
THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology physicians, the inpatient Physician's Assistant (PA) will care for and manage inpatient pediatric patients with hematologic or oncologic conditions and in collaboration with pediatric residents and medical students. The PA will also provide care for pediatric patients undergoing Bone Marrow Transplantation. The PA will be expected to order medications and diagnostic testing, interpret laboratory values and diagnostic test results safely and appropriately. In addition, the role will include: consultation with other providers; communication with patients and families; admission/transfer/discharge planning; documentation of care including daily progress notes and procedure notes. With appropriate credentials and privileges, the PA may also perform invasive procedures (e.g., lumbar puncture, moderate sedation) within their defined scope of practice. The PA will also provide education to patients, family members, and medical providers including nursing staff, allied health team members. PAs may participate in the design and implementation of research and/or quality improvement studies within the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Department.
To provide independent advanced practice provider 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 standard practice protocols 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 California Physician Assistant board.
Required Qualifications
Three or more years of Pediatric acute care experience as a Physician Assistant
Graduation
with a master's degree, or PhD from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
California Licensed Physician Assistant (PA)
Current AHA BLS/CPR
and PALS
Certification
s
National certification as a physician assistant (NCCPA)
DEA Certificate
within three months of hire
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 cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
Applicants are encouraged to upload license and certification if required of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Three or more years of recent clinical experience in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology highly desirable
Special Requirements
Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider
Must be able to work occasional overtime
Ability to work flexible hours
Able to lift 25 pounds, see well enough to read gauges and identify injuries
This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment
The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program
covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.
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