Description
Are you interested in working for a leading medical practice in Northern California? Pulmonary Medicine Associates, treating patients in the greater Sacramento area for over 50 years, currently has an opening for a Part Time Advanced Practice Provider to be part of our hospital care team at Kentfield Hospitals in Marin and San Francisco, California. This is a rewarding daytime opportunity to work closely with our physicians and provide high-quality medical care. Comprehensive training will be provided. Visit our website at www.pmamed.com
Position Highlights
- Predictable workflow
- Manage patients with complex medical needs (vent weaning, post-ICU care, multi-system chronic illness)
- Supportive interdisciplinary team including specialists, nursing, respiratory therapy, and case management
- No rapid patient turnover typical of short-stay acute care hospitals
- Journal club with PMA physicians.
- Highly desirable community with a myriad of year-round outdoor activities; a vast array of excellent dining, shopping, arts, and cultural options and sporting events.
- Close proximity to Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, the Pacific Ocean, Napa and Sonoma Wine Country.
Responsibilities
- Under the general supervision of a physician, and using established and approved protocols.
- Provide comprehensive inpatient medical care to LTAC patients
- Coordinate care with consulting specialists and interdisciplinary teams
- Perform admissions, daily rounds, and discharges as needed
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the EMR
Education/Licensure/Certifications
- Graduate of Accredited School offering an Advanced Degree in Nurse Practice (ARNP) and current, unrestricted California NP license OR
- Graduate from an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program and current California State Physician Assistant License, issued by Physician Assistant Board under the Medical Board of California
- Current DEA certificate without restriction
- ACLS required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Two years related NP/PA experience preferred.
- Ability to prioritize and establish work standards and business goals.
- Ability to relate to patients, their families, and members of the healthcare team in a tactful and professional manner
- Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
- Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment
- Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette
- Ability to provide medical services within the scope of licensing and training