This role is for an experienced PA on the Neurosurgery Service in the inpatient setting.
The physician assistant (PA) functions in an interdependent role via a delegation agreement.By using the delegation agreement the PA is able to change treatment regimen after observing signs and symptoms of illness, reactions to treatment, general behavior and physical condition and determines if they are abnormal findings.The PA will provide and coordinate the care of patients, provide patient/family education, promote safe continuity of care. The PA also participates in interdisciplinary and clinical rounds, provides education and support, as well as makes appropriate referrals and documents services rendered.
PA Salary range: $74.95- $100.86/hourly
Sr. PA Salary range: $82.4- $110.87/hourly
Qualifications
CA PA License and National Board Certification-required
Degree from a PA program -required
BLS from American Red Cross or American Heart Association-required
ACLS from American Heart Association-required
DEA #, Enrollment in PECOS, Enrollment in CURES-required
a minimum of 2 years Neurosurgery experience - required
Ability to utilize excel, word and other software programs-required
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and collaborative working relationships with administrative, clinical and academic personnel-required
Skill in working independently and following through with minimum direction-required
Ability to set priorities-required
Demonstrate writing skills to compose logical, detailed and grammatically correct correspondence-required
Document patient care in a concise and comprehensive manner-required
This position may convert to a Senior PA role based on experience
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