Physician Assistant

University of California San Francisco; Oakland (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The University of California San Francisco is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join the surgical team at Benioff Children's Hospital. This role includes patient assessments, case management, and outpatient clinic management, ensuring optimum health care delivery. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to teamwork. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a leading healthcare environment focused on innovation and patient care.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in California.
• Experience in pediatric patient care.
• Ability to develop and implement treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments of patients and coordinate work-ups.
• Support inpatient case management and perform consultations.
• Manage assigned outpatient clinics and participate in rounds.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Completion of Physician Assistant Program

Tools

BLS

Job description

The Physician Assistant is an integral part of the surgical team, performing assessments of patients, coordinating work-ups, participating in rounds, performing assigned procedures, supporting inpatient case management (including orders, progress notes, and discharge coordination), performing consultations, carrying service pager and accepting responsibility for after-hour and or weekend Emergency Department call and floor coverage as assigned, and managing assigned outpatient clinics. The Physician Assistant facilitates the provision of optimum health care for patients and their families in conjunction with other health care team members.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $78.62 - $105.82 (Hourly Rate).

• Completion of Physician Assistant Program
• Experience in pediatric patient care
• Specialized educational preparation and/or extensive clinical experience in specialty area
• Computer knowledge. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team. Ability to work independently, problem solve, and prioritize demands. Utilization management or experience with health care provider systems. Knowledge of pediatric conditions is highly desired. Must possess appropriate evaluation techniques, and ability to develop and implement treatment plan. Serve as 1st or 2nd assistant in the OR as needed.
• Sit: Up to 6 hours/day
• Stand/Walk: Up to 6 hours
• Bend/Stoop: Up to 3 hours
• Reach: Up to 6 hours
• Rep Use of UE/Grasp: Up to 6 hrs
• Lift/Push/Pull: 25lbs, over 25# with assistance or equipment
• This job requires the ability to hear alarms clients and/or instruction. The ability to see accurately from 20 inches to 20-ft. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function of this position.

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

License/Certification

• Licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of California.
• BLS
• UCSF Medical Center and Campus requires certain healthcare providers to be credentialed. In most cases this is done through its Office of Medical Affairs & Governance (OMAG) prior to the first working day. Credentialing and approval of the Standardized Procedures takes between 60-90 days but can vary.

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

009203 PHYSCN AST

Job Category

Advanced Practice Providers

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Employee Class

Percentage

100%

Location

Oakland, CA

Campus

Benioff Children's Hospital

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

8 Hours

Physician Assistant | University of California San Francisco