MarinHealth
Location
Sonoma, California
Salary
$86 - $118 / HOUR
The Physician Assistant will perform physical examinations, diagnose health problems, and develop treatment plans in collaboration with the physician staff. They are also responsible for patient education, documentation in the EMR, and coordinating care across the clinical team.
Candidates must have completed an accredited Physician Assistant program and hold an active, unrestricted California license. National board certification, DEA licensure, and BLS/ACLS certifications are required, with 2-5 years of experience preferred.
Summary: Under supervision and in collaboration with the physician staff, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) performs physical examinations and treats common episodic and chronic healthcare problems with an emphasis on health maintenance and disease prevention. This position is designed for healthcare professionals, such as nurse practitioners and physician assistants, who possess advanced training and expertise in their respective fields. The primary responsibilities include providing patient care in the clinic setting, performing in-office procedures, and focusing on patient education. As an APP, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality healthcare services and ensuring excellent patient outcomes. Job Requirements, Prerequisites and Essential Functions: Pay Range: $85.95 - $100.27 - $117.50 Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Assess patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assessing presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination. Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness. Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks. Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws. Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments. Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention. Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs. Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies. Prepares documentation for EMR including updating patient records by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment. Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team on area of specialty. Complies with patient confidentiality requirements. Promotes patient advocacy. Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails. Perform all other duties as required or assigned.
Evaluates the patient’s understanding of and compliance with health care plan by regular follow-up and reassessment. Re-evaluates short and long-term goals with patients and participating health professionals.
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