Physician Assistant, Job#: SF.0800270

For consideration, please email: Roy.B.Hernandez@KP.org  Click on “Search for Jobs,” and enter Job Number: SF.0800270  This position supports Kaiser Permanente’s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures. Kaiser Permanente is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. DEPARTMENT:  UrologySCHEDULE:  Full-time Regular; 40 hours/week; Day shift; Monday through Friday; 8:00AM – 4:30PM.  EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:  Graduate of an approved primary care physician assistant or surgical physician assistant program approved by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).  Licensed as a Physician Assistant by the Medical Board of California (M.B.C.) and the Physician Assistant Examining Committee (P.A.E.C.).  Advanced Certification in specialty area, preferred.  BLS certification required.POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of a physician who is a specialist (eg. orthopedics, surgery, emergency medicine), the Physician Assistant II provides high quality, cost-effective patient care by performing surgical preparation procedures, peri-operative and post- operative procedures, and assists in performing surgical and other procedures.  A Physician Assistant II may work in the operating room or emergency department in addition to having responsibilities for outpatient clinic and hospital ward duties.  May take call for patients under the supervision of a physician. QUALIFICATIONS:  One year previous experience in the last five years as a physician assistant.  May be required to possess specialty skills to perform tasks required by the specific department (e.g. neurosurgery, orthopedics, etc). Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  1. Prior Urology/Surgery and/or Operating Room Assisting, training and experience2. Minimum 3 years experience as Physician Assistant preferred3. 1 year inpatient/hospital based experience4. Prior critical care experience highly preferred5. excellent communication skills, both verbal and written required6. ability to perform in high volume practice7. excellent customer service orientation required8. ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with patients, staff and physicians9. Demonstrates ability to assess health status and develop plan of care, ensuring appropriate follow up in accordance  with established approved Physician Assistant protocols and standards of care.10.  must demonstrate effective problem solving activities11.  must be role model to co-workers in all areas12.  must demonstrate ability to collaborative efforts with physicians, managers, peers and employees13.  must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment14.  In all interactions with patients, members, physicians, staff and visitors, demonstrate service oriented behaviors that include culturally sensitive good manners, respect, and polite communications. Demonstrate openness to creative and innovative approaches to providing serviceSKILLS TESTING:  N/ADUTIES:  Performs admission evaluation on new patients to include: obtaining basic medical information and history, reviewing patient's medical record, performing physical exam, transcribing history and medical findings into patient medical record, and reporting deviations from normal findings to attending physician. Provides patient and family with pre-operative and other pertinent education.  Answers questions regarding surgery, recovery and risk factor modification, procedures; provides blood transfusion information; performs surgical peri-operative procedures; locates and  utilizes x-rays, instruments and pertinent patient information. Reviews patient chart noting allergies, pertinent medical history, and abnormal physical findings.  Assists in performing surgical procedures and other procedures consistent with the standards of care and practice guidelines:  Depending on the specialty, may work as the first assist during surgical procedures, start IV’s, and/or perform suturing.  Performs post-operative procedures to include transcription of standard post-operative orders into patient medical records; assists physicians with evaluation and management of patient's status during recovery; reviews vital signs, laboratory and x-ray studies; assists with technical management of patients. Performs patient discharge in conjunction with social worker, pharmacist, and physical therapist; dictates discharge and transfer summaries in a timely manner.  DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES:  Provides health care services to members under the direction of the department Chief or physicians. The Physician Assistant examines patients, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles medical data including health history and results of physical exam. Administers or orders diagnostic tests such as X Rays, lab tests and interprets test results for deviations from normal. Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes and assists with provision of continuity of care. Assist physician in Operating Room, Emergency Department and various clinic sites. Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente’s Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente’s policies and procedures. Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis.  At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status.  Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees. Additional Information Position Type: Full Time, Employee