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Form of workKaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care.
It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do - in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.
Benefits Eligible
Not Benefits Eligible
Work Shift
Department
7197 KH Medical Clinic - Plaza
To function as a member of a health care team to deliver quality health care while working alongside and under the supervision of a physician.
License /Certification
Required:Licensed CA Physician Assistant Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration BLS Graduate of a PA program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (or approved predecessor agencies); or Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Prior to hire, HR must receive clearance from KH Medical Staff office that the medical staff credentialing process is complete.
Bilingual preferred.
Department Specific Requirements
Essential
Secures a complete health history, including but not limited to, obstetric, gynecologic, contraceptive, medical, surgical, family health and psychosocial aspects, and records findings accurately and succinctly.
Performs appropriate general examinations, diagnostic tests, and other types of more specialized procedures as may be indicated by patient history and complaints, according to protocol.
Provides relevant patient instruction and education.
Responsible for after hours call for clinic patients. Triages patients for appropriate care. Coordinates coverage and backup with other providers.
Participates in routine case management with Medical Director and support staff.
Collaborates with the health team and other community agencies and resources through joint planning and coordination of activities in providing comprehensive care.
Provides specialized and or advanced practice services within the scope of training.
Follows up on all abnormal findings.
Refers patient to other providers as appropriate.
Charts all information with regard to the client's examination and plans for treatment. Chart review meets quality improvement standards.
Consults with Medical Director when necessary.
Administers injections, immunizations and oral medications. Provides verbal or written transmittal orders for medication.
Performs independent evaluations and treatment procedure in emergency situations.
Addendum (essential for specific dept)
Additional
Works collaboratively with all patient education and other support staff. Provides training as needed.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area. Knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age specific needs. Able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Pay Range
$80.00 -$80.00
If you want to use your talents alongside people who face each day with courage and purpose, in an environment that empowers you to do your absolute best, this is where you belong.
