Sutter Health·Santa Cruz, California
Delivers specialty health care to patients by assessing physical and psychosocial conditions, including acute or chronic illnesses or injuries. Provides medical consultation and treatment under physician supervision in accordance with California regulations.
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Delivers specialty health care to patients by assessing physical and psychosocial conditions, such as acute or chronic illness or injuries, and providing medical consultation and treatment under physician supervision. Physician Assistant practice is per California Physician Assistant regulations and the delegation of service agreement between the Physician Assistant and the supervising physician.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE 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, preferred 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 Math aptitude skills: i.e calculation of drug doses Computer skills to include entering accurate information into practice management and electronic health record Ability to lift and position patients properly using best practices Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions Active listening skills Ability to sit or stand for long periods Applies mental application and concentration to handle varying procedures and interruptions.
Monday - Friday
Weekly Hours: 24
Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $118,971.84 to $166,558.08 / annual salary
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Market context
California outpatient neurology practices often look for physician assistants who can manage common neurological conditions independently and hold current state licensure and NCCPA certification. This role is competitive because employers want candidates with strong neurology experience, autonomy in clinic, and the ability to support access in a specialty where patient volume can be high. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then confirm your California PA license status and prepare examples of outpatient neurology cases you have managed.