Physician Assistant, Aptos Family Medicine

Sutter Health

Aptos, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$198,286.40–$277,596.80 Per Year

LOCATION

Aptos, CA

POSTED

20 days ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD

Position Overview:

Delivers primary health care to patients by assessing physical and psychosocial conditions, such as acute or chronic illness or injuries, and providing medical consultation and treatment under physician supervision. Physician Assistant practice is per California Physician Assistant regulations and the delegation of service agreement between the Physician Assistant and the supervising physician.

Job Description :

EDUCATION

Masters or equivalent education/experience

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

PA-Physician Assistant

CSRC-Controlled Substance Registered Certification (DEA) with CAPA CS certificate

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

National Board Certification

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

6 months related clinical experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Medical knowledge and skills applicable to perform within the scope of practice

Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology

Working knowledge of electronic health records such as EPIC, preferred

Critical thinking skills as it relates to specialized departments this may include the ability to complete age-appropriate assessments

Communication skills (verbal, written and listening) with ability to work effectively across the organization, especially in situations requiring instructing, persuading, negotiating, consulting and advising.

Technical and analytical skills for analysis and interpretation of test procedures and results in order to determine appropriate correction actions

Interpersonal skills with the ability to work with and collaborate across the organization and with patients and their families as needed

Ability to effectively lead, mentor and/or develop others

Math aptitude skills: i.e calculation of drug doses

Computer skills to include entering accurate information into practice management and electronic health record

Ability to lift and position patients properly using best practices

Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions

Active listening skills

Ability to sit or stand for long periods

Applies mental application and concentration to handle varying procedures and interruptions

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Days of the Week:

Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Limited Term (Fixed Term)

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $198,286.40 to $277,596.80 / annual salary

_The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package._

About the Company

Sutter Health

Sutter Health has a long history in California. Some of our facilities have been providing care in the communities we serve for more than 100 years. Today, we’re proud to partner with more than 12,000 doctors to care for more than 3 million people.

We’re inspired by our Northern California community and work tirelessly to deliver top-rated, affordable healthcare. Doctors, hospitals, care teams and employees in the Sutter Health network are always looking for new, meaningful ways to care for you and your loved ones. We believe that every moment matters when it comes to helping you live a longer, healthier and happier life.

Our not-for-profit network delivers top-rated, personalized care in more than 100 Northern California communities. Recently ranked among the Top 15 Health Systems in the nation by Truven Health Analytics™, our team of more than 50,000 doctors, employees and volunteers partner to spread innovation, improve access to healthcare services and put our patients’ needs first—all to achieve the highest levels of quality, access and affordability.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Healthcare Services

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Professional Development, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance

FOUNDED

1921

WEBSITE

https://jobs.sutterhealth.org/