Physician Assistant, Wound Care

Organization:

SAH-Sutter Amador Hospital

Position Overview:

Assesses, diagnoses, plans and implements the medical care of patients in collaboration with a physician. Functions within the full scope of licensure; accountable for the assessment, coordination delivery and evaluation of care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. Provides medical consultation including the performance of therapeutic procedures delegated by the supervising physician, assist with various procedures, provides patient education, treatment and follow-up, may complete daily rounds and as needed using an organized multi-disciplinary team approach to provide continuity of care throughout the care continuum. The Physician Assistant's responsibilities may include managing patients in an office, hospital, emergency and/or perioperative setting. Follows ambulatory care and inpatient standardized procedures, protocols, policy and procedures regulated by the State of California Physician Assistant Practice Act.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

• Master's: Physician Assistant

LICENSURES & CERTIFICATIONS:

• PA-Physician Assistant

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

• Wound Care Certification within 6 months

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Demonstrates knowledge of patient care guidelines/policy as evidenced by quality of documentation.

• 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.

• 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

• Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Part Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday, Variable

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

24

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

0

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

Pay Range is $78.28 to $109.57 / hour