Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner (PA/NP)

Alameda Health Sytem; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 193,000 - 257,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Alameda Health System is seeking an experienced mid-level practitioner to assess and manage patient health needs within general medical or specialty clinics in Oakland, CA. You will perform diagnostic and therapeutic tasks, maintain health records, and collaborate with physicians and teams to deliver high-quality care.

Qualified candidates have advanced certifications (ACLS/ATLS/PALS/BLS), NCCPA or equivalent nurse practitioner credentials, and eligible DEA registration.

Qualifications

• ACLS, ATLS, PALS, BLS certifications preferred.
• NCCPA certification for Physician Assistant or board-certified Nurse Practitioner credentials.
• DEA registration and physician assistant/nurse practitioner licensure required per role.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing or equivalent required; advanced practice training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consults with physicians on patient health status and refers complex cases.
• Orders and performs laboratory and screening tests per protocol.
• Conducts history and physical examinations; maintains health records.
• Plans care programs with physicians, staff, patients and families.
• Provides clinical care and evaluates against protocols and QA criteria.
• Teaches patients, families and staff on health promotion and disease prevention.
• May participate in annual performance reviews as needed.

Education

ACLS

ATLS

PALS

BLS

NCCPA Certification

DEA Registration

Job description

SUMMARY

Under general direction, assesses, evaluates and manages the health care needs of patients. Performs selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks. Provides health care services and performs clinical procedures that require possession of advanced knowledge and skills and the exercise of a high degree of clinical judgment in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients. Performs related duties as required.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

NOTE: Following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.

1. Consults with physicians as necessary regarding health status of patients; refers complex cases to appropriate resources.

2. May participate in annual performance reviews as needed.

3. Orders and/or performs laboratory and screening tests in accordance with approved protocol.

4. Performs history and complete physical examinations of patients either in a general medical setting or within the context of specialty clinics to which assigned; assesses the clinical status of patients; establishes and maintains health records.

5. Plans a program of care, seeking consultation with physicians, other professional staff, patients and families as needed or as required. Formulates problem lists based on clinical findings.

6. Provides and evaluates patient care according to protocol’s and quality assurance program criteria.

7. Teaches patients, families and staff; provides counseling services related to promoting good health practices.

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience: Demonstrated experience which would provide the knowledge and skill necessary for successful performance as a Mid-Level Practitioner.

Preferred Experience: One year in area of specialty (i.e. Cardiology, Neurology, G.I, Rheumatology, Orthopedics, Hematology, etc.), PG Residency of ED experience or post-graduate training in area of responsibility.

Preferred Licenses/Certification: ACLS, ATLS, SART, dependent on area of specialty.

Preferred Licenses/Certification: BLS - Basic Life Support Certification issued by the American Heart Association.

Preferred Licenses/Certification: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification- AHA American Heart Association (Required for Emergency Department or if overseeing or providing pediatric care on a regular basis).

Required Education: Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner training program that conforms to the Board of Registered Nursing standards; OR successful completion of a Physician Assistant program of instruction in primary health care approved by the Physician Assisting Examining Committee; OR NCCPA for Physician's Assistant.; graduate of an accredited Nursing program required; Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications: For Nurse Practitioners, possession of a current Furnishing Number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing AND Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) OR American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP); OR Certification by the National Certification Corporation as a Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner (WHNP).

Required Licenses/Certifications: For Physician Assistants, a valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Number AND Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Required Licenses/Certifications: Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse and certification as a Nurse Practitioner issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing; OR possession of a valid Certificate as a Physician Assistant issued by the California Board of MedicalQuality Assurance.

PAY RANGE: $92.96- $123.48/Hour

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licenses and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program.